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They said what!? BADA responds to questions over the sale of its antiques fair and more from the art and antiques market
It’s not about the money for members of the art and antiques trade this week. Instead, they had a few words to say about thieves, partners and like-minded individuals 15 September 2019
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Top stories this week – including news of a major piece of Fabergé selling in the UK regions
15 September 2019
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Freeman’s of Philadelphia moves to modern salerooms
14 September 2019
  • Doulton Lambeth character mug, Elizabethan first edition, Lonitz majolica owls – six auction highlights that caught bidders’ eyes in the last week
    13 September 2019
  • Christie’s launches young collectors club to attract new buyers to the art world
    13 September 2019
  • ‘Stolen’ Joshua Reynolds portrait at centre of controversy between UK family and Japanese museum
    12 September 2019
  • Two collections from celebrated interior designers to be offered at auctions at Bonhams this autumn
    12 September 2019

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NewsBADA sells its London fair
The British Antique Dealers’ Association has sold a majority stake in its annual fair to “make it sustainable for the future”.
NewsSocial media storm stops Maori cloak auction
Sussex auction house Burstow & Hewett has withdrawn a rare Maori cloak after its imminent sale was met by online threats and abuse.
News DigestPick of the week: Museum wraps up sale of coveted coverlet
News DigestGlasses ‘used by Mary Lincoln’ on fateful night come to auction in Essex
Dealers’ DiaryPAD London: The prime design destination
Dealers’ DiaryDown Under: Special report from the AAADA Sydney fair
Artist’s Resale RightHow resale right can apply to fresh-to-market lots from an artist's estate
Letters & BackpageObituary: Glass specialist John P Smith (1940-2019)
Fairs & MarketsTextile Society supports talented student
Auctions ReportsRare version of Windsor chair is a highlight of upbeat Shrewsbury summer sale

Arms, Armour & Militaria Highlights

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Arms, Armour & Militaria
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Arms & ArmourEager for Hever armour
The focus for armour buyers shifted to New York recently as one of the pieces from the famous sale of the Hever Castle collection reappeared.
Arms & ArmourSiamese sword has eastern edge
The huge variety of exotic arms brought back to Europe from the East during colonial days is becoming an increasingly lucrative area of business for auction houses.
Arms & ArmourHousehold Cavalry blades in demand
Arms & ArmourGerman game guns boast royal pedigree
Arms & ArmourPick of the pistol hammer highs
Arms & ArmourStopping power to halt an angry tiger
Arms & ArmourScottish swords in battle and play
Arms, Armour & MilitariaStrong demand for Boer War medal
Arms & ArmourSinking the Tirpitz
Arms & ArmourSnaring the Scharnhorst

Modern British Art Highlights

Recent coverage of the Modern British art market
Modern British Art
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Modern British ArtPictures by St Ives artist Peter Lanyon head to museums
The estate of Cornish artist Peter Lanyon’s (1918-64) widow, Sheila Lanyon, has agreed a tax deal allowing three pictures by the artist to be acquired by the nation for museums across the country.
Modern British ArtTerence Cuneo shows his steel
A rare American scene by noted railway painter Terence Cuneo (1907-96) turned up at Canterbury Auction Galleries in Kent.
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
Modern British ArtDealer sells Arctic Convoy pictures to Imperial War Museum
Modern British ArtTwo Bawden pier versions appear at auction a day apart
Modern British ArtFirst solo show of modern British painter Dorothy Rendell
Modern British ArtFemale artists coming to the fore
Modern British ArtCupboard opens up interest in Frederick Gore and Frank Avary Wilson
Modern British ArtLS Lowry teenage group takes £65,000 in Welsh auction

Jewellery Highlights

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JewelleryVictorian tiaras from dealer feature in Downton Abbey film
Three antique tiaras from jewellery dealer Bentley & Skinner feature in the new 'Downton Abbey' film.
JewelleryAl Thani dispersal was unparalleled in recent memory
The marathon 12-hour auction of jewellery and works of art from the Al Thani family held in New York was a once-in-a-generation event.
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
JewelleryGold ring dedicated to the Crimean War commander heads to the front
JewelleryVictorian gold necklace shows cutting edge of the Grand Tour
JewelleryFouquet fresh as a daisy
JewelleryGrima and Kutchinsky move into the mainstream

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Dealers taking part in downsized Masterpiece Pavilion at Fine Art Asia revealed

12 September 2019
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BADA chief Marco Forgione: ‘We’ve sold the fair to ensure its future. Change was essential.’

11 September 2019

Miniature sedan chair by Fabergé takes £380,000 at Cotswold auction

11 September 2019

Plea to antiques trade to help find stolen paperweight collection

11 September 2019

TEFAF New York Fall adds collaborative element for fourth edition as exhibitor line up is announced

10 September 2019

Lincolnshire auction house Golding Young & Mawer expands into Leicestershire

10 September 2019

Father and son’s exceptional collection of vintage motorbikes to be offered in Chartres sale

10 September 2019

Head of French statesman: Country house discovery of bronze ‘Bordoni’ bust emerges after 400 years

09 September 2019

Five lots to watch at auction this week including a Snow White animation, medieval bowls and a gold armorial ring

09 September 2019

The latest Movers and Shakers across the art and antiques market including at Bonhams, Halls and Tate Ward

09 September 2019

They said what!? The changing profile of art and antiques buyers and more from the art and antiques market

08 September 2019

Top stories this week (August 29-September 4, 2019) – including news of a valuable Chinese vase discovered in a charity shop

07 September 2019

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