A wooden Child Craft bookcase chest featuring three lower storage drawers and two open shelves. The unit includes a 14-volume set of Mark Twain works published by Harpers and a 10-volume set of World's Popular Encyclopedia. Additional miscellaneous books are included on the shelving unit.
JBP Furnishings Retirement Auction — Sterling Silver Jewelry, Furniture, Uranium Glass & Collectibles
After Years on Madison Avenue, Everything Goes to Auction
After years of serving Indianapolis families with quality home furnishings and mattresses, Brandon is retiring and closing the doors at JBP Furnishings on Madison Avenue. What began as a neighborhood fixture has become a retirement transition — and that means everything must go.
This isn't a typical estate auction. This is a retail liquidation of a working furniture store — complete with display furniture, sterling silver jewelry inventory, home décor collectibles, and the commercial equipment that kept the business running. It's the kind of auction where household bidders find move-in-ready furniture while collectors discover unexpected treasures tucked between the showroom displays.
Auction Day: Wednesday, May 27, 2026
10:00 AM — Estate Discovery Session Uncataloged lumber, scaffolding, tools, and retail fixtures sell live on-site. Cash and carry the same day. No online bidding available for this session.
11:00 AM — Simulcast Auction Begins 306 cataloged lots of sterling silver jewelry, furniture, uranium glass, and collectibles. Bid live on-site at JBP Furnishings OR online at bids.burgessauctions.com.
Featured in the Simulcast Auction
Sterling Silver Jewelry Collection
Southwest turquoise squash blossom necklaces, signed designer cuff bracelets, sterling rings, necklaces, and pendants. Retail jewelry inventory with troy weight measurements. Unsigned sterling silver squash blossom necklace (4.1 ozt), Southwest cuff bracelets signed by Ashley and RB, rings ranging from .28 ozt to 2.37 ozt in grouped lots.
Uranium Glass Collection
Green vaseline Depression glass including plates, bowls, stemware, compotes, candlesticks, and serving pieces. Highly collectible glassware that fluoresces under UV light. Footed bowls, covered compotes, thumbprint pitchers and tumblers, center handle serving trays.
Premium Furniture
Thomasville 4-piece bedroom set with custom glass tops — high-quality solid wood furniture from a premium American manufacturer. Century Fine Furniture four-door display cabinet. Natural edge wood benches with trestle bases. Oak writing desks, side tables with pedestal bases, upholstered seating.
Fine Collectibles
Three Lladro porcelain figurines from the renowned Spanish porcelain maker. Louisville Stoneware Kentucky Derby cookie jar and whiskey bottles celebrating Kentucky heritage. Depression glass collections in pink and clear. Vintage Jim Beam and specialty ceramic decanters. Perko Bronze marine porthole window. Cast iron golfer mechanical bank and Brooke Bond horse-drawn wagon.
Lighting & Décor
Italian tole floral chandelier. Commercial LED light bars (new in packaging) — Eyourlife 300W 52-inch, MICTUNING curved bar, Penton A-Series. Curved arrow metal marquee sign with light bulbs. Teal ceramic table lamps. Framed art including Kay Rood exhibition posters. Circular wall mirror with metallic petal frame.
Commercial Equipment
Commercial carpet cleaning extraction machine with wand and hoses. Ebac Industrial Products Neptune dehumidifier. Char-Griller XD Grand Champ charcoal grill and smoker. TIP sandblaster pressure fed unit.
Home Furnishings & Décor
Better Homes & Gardens 3-shelf display cabinet. Catnapper ottoman. Blue upholstered double chaise lounger. Swivel bar stools with brass-tone frames. Wooden storage chest with metal strapping. Reclaimed white oak bench. Cast metal grapevine pattern garden set. Columbia Manufacturing two-drawer side table.
Preview: Tuesday, May 26 from 1:00–5:00 PM
JBP Furnishings 2740 Madison Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46225
This is your opportunity to inspect the sterling silver jewelry, uranium glass, furniture, and collectibles in person before auction day. Walk the showroom, examine condition, ask questions, and plan your bidding strategy. Online catalog with detailed photos available now at bids.burgessauctions.com.
Auction Location
JBP Furnishings 2740 Madison Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46225
Estate Discovery Session: 10:00 AM (live on-site only) Simulcast Auction: 11:00 AM (live on-site OR online)
Bidding Options
Live On-Site Attend in person at JBP Furnishings, 2740 Madison Avenue, Indianapolis. Estate Discovery Session starts at 10:00 AM (uncataloged items). Simulcast auction begins at 11:00 AM (cataloged lots).
Online Bidding Register and bid from anywhere at bids.burgessauctions.com. Online bidding available for the 11:00 AM simulcast auction only (306 cataloged lots). Real-time bidding against the live audience.
Terms
Buyer's Premium: 15% Payment: Cash, check, credit card accepted Pickup: Scheduled appointments after auction close Questions: 765-445-7814 | [email protected]
Closing Statement
Brandon's story is one Central Indiana knows well: a local business owner who served his community faithfully and is now ready to pass the torch. For bidders, this is an opportunity to own quality furnishings, collectible jewelry, and unique home décor at auction prices — and to say thank you to a neighborhood institution that served Indianapolis for years.
Register to bid now at bids.burgessauctions.com.
Burgess Auctions LLC
Indiana Auctioneer License AU19600029 Principal Auctioneer: Zack Burgess, CAI, AMM Serving Marion, Hancock, Hamilton, Madison, and Henry Counties since 1996
45 W Carey Street, Knightstown, IN 46148 765-445-7814 | [email protected] burgessauctions.com
Trusted Auctions, Timeless Results Integrity in Every Lot. Care in Every Sale
BURGESS AUCTIONSTERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALEGENERAL TERMS1. AGREEMENT TO TERMS By registering to bid, whether in person, by telephone, absentee bid, or through our online platform, all bidders agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions of Sale. These terms constitute the entire agreement between Burgess Auctions and the bidder.2. AUCTIONEER AUTHORITY The auctioneer has absolute discretion to:Reject any bidAdvance bidding at his/her discretionWithdraw any lot from saleResolve any disputes regarding biddingTake any other action deemed necessary for the proper conduct of the sale3. BIDDER REGISTRATION All bidders must register prior to the sale and provide:Valid government-issued photo identificationCompleted bidder registration formCredit card information for verification purposes (online bidders)Any additional documentation as required by the auctioneerBIDDING PROCEDURES4. LIVE BIDDINGThe majority of lots will be sold through live, onsite biddingBidding increments are at the auctioneer's discretionThe highest acknowledged bid will be the successful bidIn case of dispute, the auctioneer's decision is final5. SIMULCAST BIDDING (SELECTED ITEMS)Selected lots will be available for online bidding through our approved platformOnline bidders compete equally with floor biddersTechnical difficulties with online platforms do not constitute grounds for cancellation of saleBurgess Auctions is not responsible for failed internet connections, technical malfunctions, or missed bids due to platform issuesOnline bidders should monitor their connection and bid early if experiencing technical difficulties6. ABSENTEE BIDSWritten absentee bids will be accepted until one hour prior to sale startAbsentee bids will be executed at the lowest possible winning amountBurgess Auctions will make every effort to execute absentee bids but assumes no responsibility for failure to execute such bids7. TELEPHONE BIDDINGAvailable by prior arrangement for lots with estimates of $500 or higherMust be arranged at least 24 hours prior to saleLimited number of phone lines availableBurgess Auctions assumes no responsibility for missed calls or technical difficultiesPAYMENT AND COLLECTION8. BUYER'S PREMIUM A buyer's premium of 15% will be added to the hammer price of all lots. This premium is subject to applicable sales tax.9. SALES TAX: This is a taxable event.10. PAYMENT TERMSPayment is due in full on sale dayAccepted forms of payment: Cash, cashier's check, money order, approved personal check (with proper ID), or credit cardPersonal checks over $1,000 require bank verificationCredit card payments may be subject to processing fees11. COLLECTION OF PURCHASESAll items must be paid for and removed by Friday October 31 5:00PMBuyers are responsible for bringing adequate help and equipment for removalItems not removed by the deadline will incur storage fees of $5 per lot per dayCONDITION AND INSPECTION12. CONDITION OF LOTSALL SALES ARE FINALAll lots are sold "AS IS, WHERE IS" with no warranties or guaranteesDescriptions are provided as a service to bidders but are not guaranteed to be accurate or completeAge, condition, authenticity, attribution, and provenance are matters of opinion13. PREVIEW AND INSPECTIONPublic preview will be held on Wednesday August 27 8:00AMBidders are strongly encouraged to personally inspect all lots of interestCondition reports may be available for selected lots upon requestFailure to inspect lots prior to bidding does not constitute grounds for return or refundDEFAULT AND REMEDIES14. DEFAULT BY PURCHASER If a successful bidder fails to pay for purchases:The lot(s) may be re-offered for saleThe bidder will be liable for any deficiency plus costsThe bidder may be prohibited from future salesLegal action may be pursued for collection15. DISPUTESAll disputes must be brought to the auctioneer's attention on sale dayNo claims will be considered after items are removed from the premisesThe auctioneer's records will be conclusive evidence of sale detailsADDITIONAL TERMS16. ANNOUNCEMENTS Any announcements made on sale day supersede all previous advertising and printed materials.17. PHOTOGRAPHY AND RECORDING Burgess Auctions reserves the right to photograph or record the sale for security and promotional purposes.18. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Burgess Auctions' liability is limited to the purchase price of any lot. We are not responsible for personal injury, property damage, or consequential damages.19. JURISDICTION These terms shall be governed by Indiana law. Any legal proceedings shall be conducted in the appropriate courts of Henry County, Indiana.20. SEVERABILITY If any provision of these terms is deemed invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.CONTACT INFORMATIONBurgess Auctions 45 W Carey St Knightstown, IN 46148 Phone: 765-445-7814Email:
[email protected] Website: www.burgessauctions.com"Where Tradition Meets Opportunity"By bidding at this auction, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions of Sale.Sale Date: May 27, 2026 Preview: May 26 1:00Location: 2740 Madison Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46225
