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Trains Galore auction steams into Newbury saleroom
Special Auction Services is bringing railway fans its annual Trains Galore two-day auction of more than 1000 lots. 14 December 2019
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Hans Coper 'Cycladic' vessel
17th century silver candlesticks, Louis Vuitton trunk and a Hans Coper vase – five auction highlights that caught bidders’ eyes in the last week
13 December 2019
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Jeremy Lamond conducts last sale at Halls
12 December 2019
  • New faces at Bonhams and West Dean College – the latest Movers and Shakers across the art and antiques trade
    12 December 2019
  • Sotheby’s wins court case over a disputed €10m ‘Frans Hals’ painting
    11 December 2019
  • Have your say: London dealership offers two antique ballot boxes
    11 December 2019
  • Italian images of the Virgin and Child feature in French gallery
    10 December 2019

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NewsMiracles of Saint Clare lift Old Masters series
Two recently restituted panels by Sienese artist Giovanni di Paolo (c.1399-1482) lifted the latest series of Old Master auctions in London.
NewsDaoguang vase up to the mark after lengthy bidding battle
After a 17-minute bidding battle, a Chinese blue and white bottle vase with a Daoguang (1820-50) six-character seal mark was hammered down for £270,000 at Gorringe’s in Lewes, East Sussex.
NewsWarm reception for Mengs and Cantagalli on London’s winter stage
NewsOlympia fair to run over two weekends for 2020
News DigestPick of the week: Corking silver piece of Irish rebel memorabilia
Dealers’ DiaryGalleries get a move on: seven latest dealer developments
Fairs & MarketsNew firms open north and south
Fairs & MarketsFast tracking at IACF’s Runway Monday fair
Picture SpecialUnited nations of Lyon & Turnbull
ObituariesObituary: David Secrett

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Modern British ArtDrought supplies ample artistic inspiration for Mod Brit duo
The year of 1932 witnessed a severe drought through much of southern Britain.
Modern British ArtCedric Morris' pupil David Carr creates his own interest
Morris record takes the headlines but his pupil is also in demand at same sale.
Modern British ArtView of Swansea street before the bombs
Modern British ArtWinifred Nicholson lights up Somerset sale
Modern British ArtSoap star’s secret Mod Brit cache
Modern British ArtKelly now enjoying the Lakes limelight
Modern British ArtPictures by St Ives artist Peter Lanyon head to museums
Modern British ArtTerence Cuneo shows his steel
Modern British ArtRecords fall in Mod Brit sales despite a blue-chip dip
Modern British ArtCollection bought by county council sells in a white-glove auction

Jewellery Highlights

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JewelleryHow the circles of life affect values at auction
A poignant background story or strong suggestion of original ownership greatly adds to the appeal of early jewellery finds often unearthed by metal detectors
JewelleryThe four ‘Cs’ – and the right location
Coloured diamonds aside, rubies command higher prices per carat than any other gemstone.
JewelleryArts & Crafts necklace in Shrewsbury
JewelleryBoston enjoys the Etruscan revival
JewelleryVictorian tiaras from dealer feature in Downton Abbey film
JewelleryAl Thani dispersal was unparalleled in recent memory
JewelleryIvory cufflinks with Pre-Raphaelite design bring demand
JewelleryCameo role for Victorian jewels
JewelleryA diamond house call in Taunton
JewelleryFarnham’s orchid blooms in Belgium

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Arms, Armour & Militaria
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Arms, Armour & MilitariaSilver tureen salutes captain’s fighting spirit
American naval expertise and gallantry came as a big shock to the British, who had become used to the Royal Navy ruling the waves.
Arms, Armour & MilitariaRegimental badge is a cut above
A white-metal regimental badge estimated at £50-100 sold for £4800 at Lindsay Burns in Perth, Scotland. Why? It probably hailed from the time and place of the American War of Independence (1775-83).
Arms, Armour & MilitariaHands of history for Nelson memorabilia collectors
Arms & ArmourRAF helmet soars above estimate
Arms, Armour & MilitariaExtra award marks ‘Forlorn Hope’ bravery
Arms, Armour & MilitariaShako of sadness emerges at Tunbridge Wells sale
Arms & ArmourEager for Hever armour
Arms & ArmourSiamese sword has eastern edge
Arms & ArmourHousehold Cavalry blades in demand
Arms & ArmourGerman game guns boast royal pedigree

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Trio of works sold by West Midlands dealer go to major museums

10 December 2019
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Napoleon’s boots march out of auction with €91,000 bid

09 December 2019

A model First World War tank, rare 'soldier' teddy bears and Indian mutiny medal – five lots to watch at auction this week

09 December 2019

Top stories this week – including news of another antiques show being launched by the BBC

08 December 2019

Chinese porcelain vase is surprise star of dedicated Asian art sale

07 December 2019

Chinese Republican dish, Vincennes porcelain cup, Lord Byron card case – six auction highlights that caught bidders’ eyes in the last week

06 December 2019

Election winners: Ashley Gray and Howard Walwyn voted onto BADA’s council

06 December 2019

Manifesto watch: a raft of pledges have been revealed ahead of the general election

06 December 2019

Major Old Master sale in France as New York’s Metropolitan Museum buys late-Gothic painting for €5m

05 December 2019

IACF switches to compostable bags at fairs in green push

05 December 2019

Manifesto watch: political parties reveal a raft of pledges ahead of the general election next week

05 December 2019

Market-fresh Pierre Soulages painting brings international competition in Paris auction

04 December 2019

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