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Duncan Grant diary in East Sussex sale

The diary of acclaimed Scottish artist Duncan Grant (1885-1978) has been discovered almost 50 years after his death. The diaryThe post Duncan Grant diary in East Sussex sale appeared first on Antique...

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Silver trefid spoon could shine in Derbyshire sale

A beautiful and rare Charles II silver lace-back Trefid spoon has recently been consigned to Hansons Auctioneers Etwall in Derbyshire,The post Silver trefid spoon could shine in Derbyshire sale...

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Craig Aitchison oil leads Cotswolds sale

Work by Scottish colourist Craigie Aitchison, a terracotta plate by Grayson Perry, and a humorous oil painting by Chris ChapmanThe post Craig Aitchison oil leads Cotswolds sale appeared first on...

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Gutenberg Bible leaf could sell for thousands

A highly sought-after leaf from the Gutenberg Bible (regarded as the first substantial book printed with movable type in theThe post Gutenberg Bible leaf could sell for thousands appeared first on...

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Harewood House celebrates Austen and Turner

Celebrating 250 years since their births, Harewood House in Leeds is bringing together Jane Austen and JMW Turner to exploreThe post Harewood House celebrates Austen and Turner appeared first on...

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Graham Slater collection at Bonhams

A Modern Antiquarian: The Collection of Graham Slater, will be offered at Bonhams this April, featuring delftware that is beingThe post Graham Slater collection at Bonhams appeared first on Antique...

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Vintage cameras set to be snapped up

Vintage camera collectors from across the UK and around the world look set to descend on the capital in MayThe post Vintage cameras set to be snapped up appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Elizabethan portrait in Sloane Street sale

The descendants of a prominent Elizabethan have consigned his 1576 portrait to an upcoming auction alongside a wider collection. TheThe post Elizabethan portrait in Sloane Street sale appeared first on...

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Christopher Dresser – modern design pioneer

At odds with the overblown Victorian aesthetic, the sleek objects created by the designer Christopher Dresser continue to delight. WithThe post Christopher Dresser – modern design pioneer appeared...

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Old Trafford bench looks a winner

An historic bench from Old Trafford, the home of Manchester United, which is signed by the celebrated footballer and UnitedThe post Old Trafford bench looks a winner appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Probate valuations for Executors – how to value the past

Probate Valuations – Advice for Executors  Probate valuations are one of the most challenging tasks faced by executors. When someoneThe post Probate valuations for Executors – how to value the past...

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Jewellery valuations in probate – six expert tips to avoid costly mistakes

  Valuing Jewellery for Probate Valuing jewellery for probate is often more complex than executors initially anticipate. Unlike household contents,The post Jewellery valuations in probate – six expert...

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Dylan Jones collection offers British Cool at Bonhams

A collection of artworks belonging to journalist and author Dylan Jones will be a centrepiece of the upcoming British. Cool.The post Dylan Jones collection offers British Cool at Bonhams appeared first...

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Chinese Celadon vase shatters estimate

A Chinese porcelain celadon vase shattered its estimate of £200 to £300 to sell for an eye-watering hammer of £16,500The post Chinese Celadon vase shatters estimate appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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See inside latest Antique Collecting magazine

In this month’s Antique Collecting magazine – subscribe now to get it each month – we explore ancient and IndianThe post See inside latest Antique Collecting magazine appeared first on Antique...

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Beatrix Potter artwork smashes estimate

Botanical artwork, attributed to Beatrix Potter, has made over 10 times its lower estimate when it went to auction recently.The post Beatrix Potter artwork smashes estimate appeared first on Antique...

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Extinct cave bear skeleton roars in sale

A rare extinct cave bear skeleton (Ursus spelaeus) sold for a hammer of £17,000 in Tennants Auctioneers’ recent Natural HistoryThe post Extinct cave bear skeleton roars in sale appeared first on...

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Battle of the Nile oil on canvas sale highlight

An oil on canvas that captures Lord Nelson’s historic victory at the Battle of the Nile in the late 18thThe post Battle of the Nile oil on canvas sale highlight appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Petworth Park Antiques & Fine Art Fair dates

The Petworth Park Antiques & Fine Art Fair opens for the 11th time on May 16 to 18 in theThe post Petworth Park Antiques & Fine Art Fair dates appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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East Anglian art in the spotlight

A dedicated sale showcasing the best of East Anglian art will take place at Colchester auction house Reeman Dansie thisThe post East Anglian art in the spotlight appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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