Latest News Articles by Tom Derbyshire
Previews: issue 2555
15 August 2022A selection of eight upcoming lots from auctions taking place around the UK.
Life lost when saving others
15 August 2022Unique medal combinations will always catch a collector’s eye, particularly when accompanied by a highly emotive backstory.
Buyer goes deep into Gulley
15 August 2022This cased pair of English flintlock duelling pistols by Joseph Gulley, London, c.1810-15, sold for £8600 at Halls (20/12% buyer’s premium) in a timed online sale that ended on August 2.
London armour sale helps New York museum
15 August 2022A composite German full armour, c.1500-10, from a European Collection was one of the highlights of Thomas Del Mar’s (25% buyer’s premium) sale of Fine Antique Arms, Armour & Militaria held at Olympia Auctions on June 29.
Auction lot reveals the remarkable Rake’s progress
15 August 2022The autobiography title Rake’s Progress: The Gay and Dramatic – Adventures of Major Denis Rake MC, the Reluctant British War-Time Agent perfectly sums up the story behind a group of medals on offer in East Sussex.
Tunic displays all the signs of a brave soldier in battle
15 August 2022Although the wearer of a First World War tunic sold by Kent auction house C&T (22% buyer’s premium) on July 26-28 was not listed, it gave plenty of clues to his service.
Elegant Zouave uniforms underline the French connection
15 August 2022If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, the French military could feel pretty proud of itself. The dashing style and spirit of their forces in the 19th century often inspired other nations to create copycat units.
Textiles with aristocratic connections including to Mountbatten offered in North Yorkshire auction
13 August 2022The Costume, Accessories & Textiles Sale at Tennants on August 20 will feature a range of textiles with provenance from three aristocratic households.
Pilkingtons charger given as a wedding present is among five lots to watch this week
08 August 2022With estimates from £150-8000, here are five previews of items coming up at auction.
Previews: issue 2554
08 August 2022A selection of eight upcoming lots from auctions taking place around the UK.
Massachusetts collectables specialist JG joins the auction world
08 August 2022Collectables firm JG Autographs has started to hold auctions, with the first running online until August 23.
Movers and shakers including the shortest retirement in the art and antiques sector
04 August 2022Among the latest appointments is a new face at Bonhams Knightsbridge
French musical box and a Harold Knight portrait are among five lots to watch
01 August 2022With estimates from £1000-35,000, here are five previews of items coming up at auction this week.
Six pieces of music memorabilia sold at auction including David Bowie's police mugshot
29 July 2022A selection of standout lots sold recently – also featuring Del Boy's discovery of Peckham Spring Water
Portrait of pioneering black actor Aldridge emerges at Hindman
25 July 2022Chicago auction house Hindman is offering a portrait of Ira Aldridge (1807-67), the first black Shakespearean actor to gain international recognition.
Previews: issue 2553
25 July 2022A selection of 14 upcoming lots from auctions taking place around the UK.
Previews: issue 2552
18 July 2022A selection of 12 upcoming lots from auctions taking place around the UK.
Table at Curated Auctions displays Rothschild and Mentmore connection
18 July 2022Mentmore (Towers) in Buckinghamshire was built in 1852-4 by Sir Joseph Paxton – creator of the Crystal Palace for the Great Exhibition – and Paxton’s son-in-law GH Stokes for Baron Mayer Amschel de Rothschild.
The elusive Button Gwinnett completes a Declaration full set
11 July 2022Unknown as he is to the vast majority of people, even Americans, Button Gwinnett is certainly renowned among collectors of early US history.
Previews: issue 2551
11 July 2022A selection of eight upcoming lots from auctions taking place around the UK.