Bleasdales

There is a huge disconnect today between the best and rest in the sampler world.

Specialist Bleasdale says his sewing antiques and Tunbridgeware timed online sales are working out well

Comprehensive sewing kit, playing cards, mirror and pocketknife are among the attractions at Warwick sale

“Analogous to the Tunbridge ware but of a superior character” was Robert Russell’s description of his work at the 1851 Great Exhibition.

Set of tools was designed specifically to take apart rather than create fine textiles

A rare Charles II commemorative silver thimble sold for £980 at Bleasdales (20% buyer’s premium).

From the height of almost impractical luxury to a simple piece of homespun craftsmanship, the full creative range of sewing accessories was on offer at the summer sale of specialist auction house Bleasdales (20% buyer’s premium).

Alongside its usual biannual sewing sale, Warwick auction house Bleasdales will offer art and antiques from the estate of a British noble family.