1) Auction houses and the art and antiques trade get go-ahead to re-open to public in June
Auction houses, art and antiques shops, galleries and markets can reopen to the public in June in England – as long as strict new measures are adhered to.
2) Gold price hits record high in the UK
An all-time high for gold was recorded in the UK as investors looked to the traditional safe haven of the yellow metal at a time of grave economic uncertainty.
3) German imperial snuff box and Banksy screenprint are among five auction highlights that caught bidders’ eyes
ATG’s selection of hammer highlights includes a German rococo revival snuff box which was a gift from Kaiser Wilhelm II to a loyal courtier that made five-times estimate.
A rococo revival imperial presentation box from Wilhelm II, €40,000 (£35,600) at Lempertz.
4) National Gallery acquires trio of 18th century pictures from late art patron via tax scheme
The National Gallery has taken ownership of three pictures by 18th century greats Jean-Etienne Liotard, Thomas Gainsborough and Sir Thomas Lawrence.
A pastel on paper stuck down on canvas by Jean-Etienne Liotard (1702-89) ‘The Lavergne Family Breakfast’ 1754. © The National Gallery, London.
5) Portobello Road to become traffic-free to enable social distancing for shoppers
Portobello Road will close to traffic during weekday trading hours to allow more room for shoppers and visitors.
Portobello market in west London is home to may antiques dealers.
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