Bidspirit auctions | Swisher Bros. Auction Auction Nov 16, 2025

Swisher Bros. Auction, Nov 16, 2025. 221 lots, estimates 5 $.


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Saffell House Funeral Home Property & Contents Auction


An Elegant Offering of Fine Antiques, Furnishings & Décor


After decades of dedicated service to the Lawrenceburg community, the Saffell House Funeral Home has closed its doors and sold its historic property. This distinguished auction presents a rare opportunity to acquire fine furnishings and décor from this storied establishment — pieces that reflect timeless elegance, craftsmanship, and tradition.

Highlights include:


* Antique Victorian & French Louis XIII – Style Seating – Beautifully upholstered armchairs, parlor chairs, and settees in rich green and red velvet, featuring carved rosewood frames and intricate detailing.

* Victorian & Rococo Revival Settees and Sofas – Tufted backs, medallion and cameo designs, and graceful woodwork showcasing 19th-century craftsmanship.

* Period Tables & Case Pieces – Including a Louis Philippe fruitwood drop-leaf table, Jacobean octagon tea table, Federal-style Pembroke side tables, mahogany drum table, and an ornate Victorian oak sideboard with mirrored back and carved figures.

* Elegant Mirrors & Lighting – Gilded and carved mirrors, Tiffany-style stained glass lamps, brass and marble-based floor and table lamps, and Gone with the Wind–style hurricane lamps.

* Fine Décor & Accessories – Porcelain angels, decorative vases, clocks by Bulova and Seth Thomas, framed prints by artists including Thomas Kinkade and Paul Sawyier, and hand-painted hurricane lamps.

* Rugs & Textiles – Oriental and wool rugs in classic patterns and colors, including pieces by Oriental Weavers of America and Kingsley House.

* Unique Collectibles & Accents – Antique brass fireplace tools, Victorian plant stands, carved wooden pedestals, church pews, and charming vintage curios.

Whether you are an antique collector, interior designer, or admirer of timeless décor, this auction offers an exceptional opportunity to bring home a piece of Saffell House history—each item steeped in character, grace, and enduring beauty.


Lots in this catalog (221)