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Hobbs Parker say farewell

26 November 2007

Kent auctioneers Hobbs Parker are to close in the New Year. After more than 50 years selling antiques and fine art in Ashford, the parent company have chosen to close the division in the face of rising rent and external competition.

Christie’s take the laurels at trade quiz

26 November 2007

Upwards of 150 people crammed into the top floor of The Texas Embassy restaurant off Pall Mall in London last week for the fourth annual Antiques Trade Pub Quiz.

Chilcott’s open an extra Honiton saleroom

26 November 2007

South West auctioneers Chilcotts are to open a second saleroom in Honiton.

No special deal to save Camden Passage antiques

26 November 2007

Islington Council say they have no powers to keep out clone stores

At €3.6m, the best early works of art can still arouse bidders’ passions

26 November 2007

Early works of art might be seen as something of a Cinderella area of the market, somewhat left behind when compared to contemporary and Asian art or even some other traditional fields.

Football match raises £10,600

26 November 2007

THE 2007 Dealers Vs Auctioneers charity football match raised more than £10,600 in aid of Breast Cancer Haven.

Alert as street gang target dealers in Hatton Garden

19 November 2007

A gang of thieves are targeting dealers in Hatton Garden, using diversionary tactics to grab briefcases and bags.