Includes a pair of hard stone bookends with mirrored decoration of oxen resting under a tree carved in high relief, a pair of small brass bowls with mark to underside, and a wooden trinket box with brass bat hardware and a brass moth closure.

8.25 in. (tallest)

The Estate of the late Wade Anderson Gardner, Jr., Wilson, NC Mr. Gardner, Jr. was born on March 25, 1936 in Wilson, and was the son of the late Lela Smith Gardner and Wade Anderson Gardner. A lifelong educator, he was awarded The Order of the Long Leaf Pine in 2004 for his 30 years of exemplary service to the educational system of North Carolina.

Repair to top of one bookend; some cracks and breaks to edges of wood on box; general wear consistent with age to all items.