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A London-based musician’s equipment, including an antique violin, has been stolen and she is calling on the trade to help her find it.

An Old Master painting recently saved for the nation by the Bowes Museum is set to be showcased at a new exhibition held in the painting’s new home.

Sotheby’s has increased its buyer’s premium with the changes effective from November 13.

Art and antiques dealer Gordon Watson sold part of his collection at auction last week, raising £842,939, including premium.

This late medieval marriage ring, unearthed by a metal detectorist last year in North Yorkshire, has been sold to London dealers Wartski for a five-figure sum after a private deal was negotiated by independent valuer Mark Littler.

A north London independent antique restorer is trying to prevent his landlord from redeveloping his shop.

In a new weekend series, Antiques Trade Gazette brings you a selection of quotes from dealers, auctioneers, collectors and others – from the future gazing to recalling past mistakes. For instance, which world famous art dealer sold a signed John Lennon album for a song?