Latest art, antiques and auctions news
American museum bidding online wins battle for pair of historical portraits
A pair of portraits depicting a prominent Loyalist in the American War of Independence and his wife were bought online at a recent Bellmans sale.
Simple Furniture from a pioneer: A Gerald Summers collection
An exceptional collection of the work of English modernist design Gerald Summers (1899-1967) comes for sale in London later this month. The Modern Made sale at Lyon & Turnbull on October 28 includes 23 pieces of 1930s furniture by Summers from a single source.
Five to buy at Design Sale linked to remarkable polymath Lewis Foreman Day
The Woolley & Walls auction on October 19-20 follows design from the Aesthetic Movement of the mid 19th century to designers of today, covering ceramics and glass, furniture and lighting, works on paper, metal ware and jewellery.
Near and far: Five pictures with a travel theme on offer at upcoming auction
Views from Egypt to Italy are being offered at an upcoming sale of British and Continental pictures and prints.
How to make a catch at auction: seven fish and sealife-inspired artworks and collectables
Decorate with a stand out ornament – choose an aquatic themed object from an upcoming auction.
Nelson memorabilia in demand at auction with hair lock and shipwreck furniture smashing estimates
A brooch containing a lock of hair from Horatio Nelson (1758-1805) and a bookcase made from the wreck of Nelson’s former flagship HMS Foudroyant have both been snapped up at auction.
Feeling at Home with Second Hand September: Interiors at Auction
As Second Hand September draws to a close, there are still plenty of chances to enrich your home with the perfect auction purchase.
Sold on thesaleroom.com: A Gothic revival table
This Victorian Gothic revival oak side table was one of the standout lots to sell on thesaleroom.com recently.
Where to find furniture during Second Hand September
Are you looking for some statement pieces to add to your interior this month? It’s Second Hand September, making auctions an ideal place to buy.
Buy in to historic political collectables at auction
With a new prime minister in power, perhaps it is time to buy some parliamentary collectables?