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Breadboard Annie’s kitchen collection comes to auction in Kent
The late dealer Annie Marchant (1951-2020) collected everything related to the unfitted kitchen and was known as Breadboard Annie in her early days. 02 March 2021
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Edwardian mahogany campaign or travel desk
A Clarice Cliff jug and an Edwardian travel desk are among the five lots to watch at auction
01 March 2021
A BADA Friends virtual tour
Visit palaces, museums and private collections from the comfort of your armchair with BADA Friends online events
28 February 2021
  • Sotheby’s to offer a van Gogh as Bonhams unveil a Picasso
    27 February 2021
  • Top stories this week – including news of what the government’s ‘roadmap’ out of lockdown means for the art and antiques trade
    26 February 2021
  • $150m art collection of a US cattle rancher, oil magnate and philanthropist comes to auction at Sotheby’s
    25 February 2021
  • New hires and appointments at auction houses in the UK and US
    24 February 2021

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NewsThe $4m house record for Vienna Secession picture
An evocative interior scene by one of the founding members of the Vienna Secession movement set a landmark price at Freeman’s of Philadelphia.
NewsArt and antiques sector cheered by easing of lockdown
Plans for shop reopenings, new fair dates and rescheduled auctions are under way as the art and antiques sector welcomed the news of the government ‘roadmap’ out of lockdown in England.
NewsEuro will remain the currency for Artist’s Resale Right, says UK government
NewsHorse to tankard: Oliver Cromwell’s warhorse mug sells in Dorset
News DigestPick of the week: Irish exuberance brings the big bucks in North Carolina
Auction ReportsCommode inspired by Anglo-French influence heads impressive Chichester sale
Auction ReportsDoucai cups bring international bids to defy damage issues
Dealers’ DiaryThe Brexit effect: Dealers learning to live with complicated new trading rules for the vital EU market
LettersATG letter: What’s really needed is a broader ‘antiques council’
International‘Fake’ coin proves to be the €210,000 real deal

Asian Art Special

Special focus on the Asian art market
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Asian ArtExceptional Qing famille rose vase soars over estimate at Chiswick Auctions
“The first sight I had of the vase was from an old photograph and my heart skipped a beat,” said Chiswick Auctions specialist Lazarus Halstead of this spectacular Qing famille rose vase.
Asian ArtDragons of the Qing as spectacular dishes sell at Sotheby's
Sotheby’s recent Chinese art sale included two spectacular Qing dragon dishes – both consigned from continental European sources and both in near-perfect condition.
Asian ArtYongzheng dish lights up Hope Smith collection at Bonhams
Asian ArtBritish diplomat's collection of Chinese ceramics sells at Semley Auctions
Asian ArtQing gilt-bronze incense burner sells at 17-times estimate to Hong Kong buyer
Asian ArtThe elephants at the courts of Edo Japan
Asian ArtEarly wares with Janssens provenance provide highlights to Roseberys sale
Asian ArtMagnificent monteith is £90,000 prize

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JewelleryGifts from Queen Victoria in the spotlight
Gifts from Queen Victoria to two of her god-daughters garnered international attention at Cheffins in Cambridge.
JewelleryGreat examples of Grand Tour glyphic art in high demand
Exceptional examples of the glyphic arts – the apotheosis of jewellery collecting during the Grand Tour era – are rising high in the saleroom once more.
JewelleryVan Cleef & Arpels – courtesy of Joan Collins
JewelleryAustralian gold rush jewellery in strong demand
JewelleryJewellery from George Edward Hunt family brings demand
JewelleryTiffany pendant in Japanese style trebles estimate at Skinner
JewelleryRenaissance revival brooch brings interest
JewelleryWhat to wear at Fellows
JewelleryCollector interview: Completely in jewel control
JewelleryAntique pieces dominate even as bidders move online

Modern British Art Highlights

Recent coverage of the Modern British art market
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Modern British ArtMiddle market gains momentum
The middle market for Modern and Contemporary art is holding up and may even be receiving extra interest as more collectors look for objects to enjoy at home
Modern British ArtEarly Banksy spray painting makes waves
The irrepressible Banksy (b.1975) led the day at Bonhams’ latest auction of Post-War & Contemporary Art in London.
Modern British ArtStanley Spencer Gallery acquires the artist's last known self-portrait drawing
Modern British ArtIona in oil and watercolour
Modern British ArtTraquair takes the attention at Bonhams
Modern British ArtNicholson sounds the retreat with a Scottish work
Modern British ArtBrangwyn pushes the boat out
Modern British ArtCollectors give Grosvenor artist Greengrass a try
Modern British ArtDrought supplies ample artistic inspiration for Mod Brit duo
Modern British ArtCedric Morris' pupil David Carr creates his own interest

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Art and antiques trade in England to reopen on April 12

23 February 2021
Porcelain propaganda plate

Five lots to watch at auction this week including a Soviet propaganda plate

22 February 2021

Top stories this week – including the recovery of a stolen Martin Brothers pottery jug

21 February 2021

Christie’s closes Barcelona office and moves Spanish headquarters in Madrid

20 February 2021

Victorian silver goblet stars in our latest pick of five auction highlights

19 February 2021

Cambridge’s Kettle’s Yard to sell donated abstract art collection at auction

18 February 2021

Winston Churchill’s evening slippers and brandy glass come to auction in Sussex

17 February 2021

New hires at Forum Auctions and across salerooms in the Americas

16 February 2021

A Tompion pocket watch and Jaws poster are among six lots to watch at auction

15 February 2021

Top stories this week – including news of Patrick Moorhead’s single-owner sale at Christie’s

14 February 2021

Georgian silver teapot with Wedgwood connection stars in our weekly pick of five auction highlights

12 February 2021

Second Martinware pottery jug from Ealing theft returned

11 February 2021

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Practical, stylish and often surprisingly affordable, antique furniture remains a popular area both for collectors and also for buyers looking to furnish their homes.
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