Dealers

Dealers come in all shapes and forms, from small sole-traders to powerhouse galleries. Both play an integral role in the art and antiques market.

They often specialise in a given fields such as jewellery, ceramics, paintings, Asian art or coins but there are also plenty of general dealers operating across different categories.

British Art Fair

British Art Fair returns this autumn with a 63 strong line up

09 June 2026

The British Art Fair, held annually at the Saatchi Gallery in Chelsea and focused on Modern and Contemporary British art, will return on September 24-27 this year.

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Two textile dates to remember

05 June 2026

Key events for dealers in and collectors of antique and vintage textiles are the Textile Society’s two annual events: one in Manchester on Sunday, June 14, with 60 dealers and the other in London in October.

An oil painting titled The Private View

Hynes’ Private View publicised in book after ATG appeal

05 June 2026

A call for help in ATG enabled a dealer and author to track down a missing picture for her soon-to be published book on artist Gladys Hynes (1888-1958).

An emerald jewel

ATG letter: Emerald owner Ethel was ‘the West Riding’s Consuelo Vanderbilt’

05 June 2026

It was with great interest that I read about the Inchiquin Emerald that is currently for sale with Hancocks (News Digest, ATG 2745).

Items for sale at Stanhope Antique Centre.

Lincs connects dealers

05 June 2026

Two fairs have been launched with 40-50 traders at each taking advantage

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County show combines agriculture and antiques

05 June 2026

If the weather’s good you can’t beat the atmosphere at an agricultural county show which will often include antiques and vintage spots.

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‘My favourite fair of the year, the vibe here is awesome’

05 June 2026

Spontaneous purchases and new clients contribute to a successful three-day run at Petworth

Dealer Ian Towning

Ian Towning closes Chelsea antiques shop

04 June 2026

Antiques jewellery dealer Ian Towning and partner and co-owner Les Barrett have decided to close their shop in Chelsea after nearly 30 years.

John Constable drawing

Constable drawings rediscovered in a German auction head to Classic Art London

03 June 2026

Five rediscovered drawings by John Constable (1776-1837) will be offered at Classic Art London this summer after a London dealer spotted them in a German auction.

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Cotswolds firm Trinity House Paintings placed in compulsory liquidation

29 May 2026

Art dealership Trinity House Paintings has been placed in compulsory liquidation. It went into administration with significant debts in 2023 and that period ended on May 1.

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Richard Green joins the Henry Moore focus in landmark year

29 May 2026

This year marks 40 years since the death of Henry Moore (1898-1986), the towering figure of modern British sculpture, with a raft of anniversary exhibitions taking place over the summer.

Pen shows are write on time

29 May 2026

UK Pen Shows runs pen fairs across the country and is launching a Cheltenham Pen Show at the town’s racecourse on Saturday June 27.

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Intended for a queen but given to a king

29 May 2026

A silver and horn casket made for Queen Victoria but given to King Edward VII is offered by Mark Goodger Antiques at the Pavilions of Harrogate Decorative, Antiques & Art Fair from June 12-14.

An atmospheric corner of Chesapeake Mill in Hampshire.

Action stations at shipshape mill to accommodate more dealers

29 May 2026

Expansion on way at historical premises built using timbers of famous American naval frigate

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Blackadder goes forth at Burlingham

29 May 2026

This summer, Jenna Burlingham Gallery is turning its attention to the early work of Elizabeth Blackadder (1931-2021), before the flower paintings and cat pictures that made her one of Scotland’s most recognisable artists.

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Interview with dealer David Harvey: In step with a rewarding career

29 May 2026

ATG chats to David Harvey from Oxfordshire dealership WR Harvey to discuss the firm’s 75 years in the furniture business, as well as his diamond jubilee exhibition, Marquetry to Metamorphic, which runs until June 13

An interior at Kaboodles Emporium in Rochester.

Trio who launched high street centre are also excited about a Rochester antiques trail

29 May 2026

Antiques trails are proving to be a popular way of promoting the shops and centres in a particular place or region.

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Catch these Barnes Wallis airships before they float away overseas

29 May 2026

Pictures from the ‘Dam Busters’ collection which sold at West Sussex auction house Denhams earlier this year are on display at Darnley Fine Art before travelling abroad to their new private collections.

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Lively Firsts brings in the crowds

29 May 2026

The ABA’s flagship fair boasted a strong turnout, international interest and a younger audience

Summer success for Norfolk brocante

29 May 2026

Black Dog Events is known for seeking out historic locations for its brocantes held across East Anglia.

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