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Registered bidders agree to all terms and conditions as set forth by auction company.
All items are sold strictly as is, where is including all faults. It is the bidder's responsibility to determine exact condition and authenticity of an item. B & H Auction strives to accurately describe all auction items, however, written and/or oral descriptions are only our opinion based on information provided to us and should not be considered a guarantee or warranty either express or implied. Also, the absence of a condition report does not imply it is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear. By placing a bid, bidder signifies that they have examined the items to their satisfaction, or that they have chosen not to personally examine them. Bidders cannot rescind or reduce their bids. All sales are final - no refunds or returns.
B & H Auction reserves the right to reject any bid at its sole discretion.
Auctioneer has right to withdraw or add items at their sole discretion, can group individual lots together or split single lots into multiples, and has right to settle all bidding disputes.
Ownership is transferred once auctioneer calls it sold. B & H Auction holds no liability for any item after it has been called as sold, and is not responsible for any loss or damage after such time. Loading purchased items is the sole responsibility of the buyer, and B & H Auction is not liable for any loss incurred during that process. If a buyer chooses to use an auction staff member to assist in the loading process, buyer agrees to hold B & H Auction harmless of any and all damages that may occur. Assistance is only offered as a courtesy.
Technology Disruptions - B&H Auction will not be responsible for technology disruptions, errors, or failures (including disruptions to bidding or the failure to execute, recognize, or record online bids), whether caused by (i) loss of connectivity, breakdown, disruption, failure of the Online Auction Platform, or otherwise (ii) breakdown, disruption, or failure of YOUR internet connection, computer, or system, or (iii) for any other reason. B&H Auction may, but will not be required to, continue, suspend, delay, extend, reschedule, or close the Auction because of disruptions caused by technology failures, even after bidding has commenced.
18% Buyer's Premium charged to all bidders. All purchases must be paid for upon receipt of invoice. A valid credit card must be made available to secure all online bidding and may be used for payment of invoice. Acceptable forms of payment include MasterCard, Visa, Discover, American Express, cash, approved certified funds, wire transfer, or approved check with a valid US billing address. Invoices containing jewelry, coins or silver will require payment by cash, wire transfer, or approved certified funds if you have not established a prior bidding history with our company. B & H Auction reserves the right to hold items paid for by check until the check has cleared. Wire transfer fees will be incurred by the buyer. B & H Auction may, at their discretion, require certain lots to be paid for by wire transfer only. All sales subject to Virginia sales tax as stipulated by state law, unless you have a resale certificate on file with us. Purchases must be paid for in full prior to pick up.
***PICKUPS are by Appointment Only - call 434-836-4636 or email: bandhauction@gmail.com***
PICK UP LOCATION: Auction Gallery, 3739 US 29 Business, Danville, VA 24540
PICK UP DATES & TIMES: Tues, 4/7, Wed, 4/8, Thurs, 4/9 from 9:30 - 11:30 & 1pm - 4pm
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU BRING YOUR OWN PACKING MATERIALS & BOXES AND HELP FOR LOADING. We will not provide these items.
Any items not claimed within 10 days from date of auction will be considered abandoned and will become the property of B & H Auction with no refunds given. Purchases must be paid for in full prior to pick up.
All pick ups must be scheduled ahead of time - no exceptions. Pick ups will be scheduled during normal business hours, we are closed Saturday and Sunday.
WE DO NOT PACK & SHIP ANY ITEMS INDICATED AS NOT SHIPPABLE. If you require shipping of small items, please call 434-836-4636 or email us at bandhauction@gmail.com to let us know you need your winnings shipped and to verify your address listed in your HiBid profile is correct.� If the address provided by you is incorrect, you will be responsible for any address correction charges incurred.� Please note: Handling fees start at $15 and will increase depending on the quantity and size of items being wrapped & shipped.� �The nature of some items can cause the shipping and handling fees to be quite expensive and we are not responsible for any loss or damage that may occur during shipping. We are a small auction company with limited shipping resources, and we try to limit our shipping volume, therefore, if you live with 60 miles of our Gallery, we ask that you arrange to have your items picked up.� Shipping of your items can take up to 8-10 weeks or possibly more depending on the nature of the purchase as well as the quantity of items included. We appreciate your patience and understanding.
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Sale conducted by Steve Burke, auctioneer VAAL #2759, VAFL #871, NCAL #9321, NCFL #10110
Any announcements made day of auction take precedence over printed matter. Any and all disputes resulting from or arising in connection with this auction shall be heard in the general court of Pittsylvania County, Virginia as the sole and exclusive venue.

PART II, The Bruning Rare Book Collection Auction, �200 Years in the Making� B & H Auction is proud to present Part II of the Bruning Estate, a remarkable library of rare and collectible books assembled and preserved over generations. This auction features an exceptional selection of works dating from the 18th through the 20th centuries, including many sought-after first editions, early printings, and historically significant volumes across literature, history, exploration, and other classic subjects. Carefully kept within the Bruning family for decades, the collection reflects a deep appreciation for literature, scholarship, and the printed word. Many books in this library carry a special family provenance, bearing the name of Dr. Charles Vose Bemis, the great-grandfather of Martha Chandler Raymond Bruning. These inscriptions offer a fascinating glimpse into the intellectual life of a 19th-century New England family and add a meaningful historical connection to the collection. Mrs. Bruning, born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, maintained this family library throughout her life, preserving volumes that had passed down through generations while also adding notable works of her own. Together with her husband, Theodore E. Bruning Jr., she created a home filled with books, history, and objects that reflected their shared curiosity and love of learning. Appropriately titled �200 Years in the Making,� this auction offers collectors the opportunity to acquire volumes spanning centuries of literary history�from early 1800s works and classic literature to important 20th-century first editions. Highlights from the library include works by notable authors such as Virginia Woolf, Charles Dickens, C. S. Lewis, Charles Darwin, J. R. R. Tolkien, Arthur Conan Doyle, Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr., Beatrix Potter, Jean de Brunhoff, T. E. Lawrence, E. B. White, A. A. Milne, Norman Rockwell, Winston Churchill, Henry David Thoreau, Alexis de Tocqueville, Helen Bannerman, William Rawle, Margaret Mitchell, Richard Chase, J. K. Rowling, Henry James, and Mark Twain, among others. In addition to the books, the sale also includes early maps, family scrapbooks, historical paper ephemera, and other related materials from the estate, offering further insight into the family's history and the era in which these volumes were collected and preserved. Whether you are a seasoned collector, a scholar, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty and history of fine books, the Bruning Rare Book Collection represents a rare opportunity to acquire pieces from a thoughtfully preserved private library. We invite you to explore the catalog and discover the remarkable books, maps, and historical papers that make up this extraordinary generational collection. Online bidding is now open, with the auction closing April 2 beginning at 6:00 PM. Join us for PREVIEW on Monday, 3/23 & Tuesday, 3/24 from 9:30-4:00pm and/or Saturday, 3/28 from 10am-1pm at the B&H Auction Gallery located at 3739 US 29 HWY, Danville, VA 24540 ***PICKUPS are by Appointment Only - call 434-836-4636 or email: bandhauction@gmail.com*** PICK UP LOCATION: Auction Gallery, 3739 US 29 Business, Danville, VA 24540 PICK UP DATES & TIMES: Tues, 4/7, Wed, 4/8, Thurs, 4/9 from 9:30 - 11:30 & 1pm - 4pm Sale conducted by Steve Burke, auctioneer VAAL #2759, VAFL #871, NCAL #9321, NCFL #10110