This September, DuMouchelles is honored to present the personal collection of Thomas W. Brunk of Indian Village, Michigan, a remarkable collection shaped by a lifelong dedication to preserving and understanding Detroit’s history.
Brunk was a respected scholar, archivist, and former board member of Pewabic Pottery, as well as a passionate collector of objects reflecting Detroit’s artistic and cultural heritage. His personal collection reflects a lifelong interest in the city’s history. Highlights include a substantial group of historic Pewabic Pottery, including early works by Mary Chase Perry Stratton, as well as works connected to Charles Lang Freer, the Detroit-born industrialist, art collector, and founder of the Freer Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.
We are honored to bring this exceptional collection to auction and help carry its story forward to new collectors, historians, and admirers of Detroit history.
Visit the Collection
We invite you to experience the collection in person during our gallery preview on:
September 11, 12, 15 & 16 | 9:30 AM to 5 PM
The in-person preview provides an opportunity to view the collection in its entirety and appreciate the breadth and significance of Brunk’s years of collecting.
Auction Dates
September 17, 18 & 19 | 11 AM
Whether you are a longtime collector of Pewabic Pottery, a student of Detroit history, or simply interested in the remarkable objects that tell the story of our city, this auction offers a rare opportunity to engage with an important private collection.
View the online catalog at dumoart.com.
DuMouchelles is proud to share the collection of Thomas W. Brunk and to celebrate his dedication to preserving the history and artistic legacy of Detroit.
