Latest News Articles by Laura Chesters
Antiquities returned to Iraq after latest investigation by New York’s Antiquities Trafficking Unit
24 May 2023Two artefacts with a joint value of $275,000 have been returned to Iraq after the latest investigation by the New York's Antiquities Trafficking Unit.
Government set to extend ivory ban to five other species
23 May 2023The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) announced the trade in ivory from hippopotamus, walrus, narwhal, killer whale and sperm whale will be protected under an extension to the Ivory Act in the UK.
Rebrands, expansion and promotions across the art and antiques market
16 May 2023East Bristol Auctions plans for a rebrand and expansion is among the latest updates across the world of auction houses and dealers.
It’s a Cotman family extravaganza at Dawsons
15 May 2023A collection of works by the Cotman family of artists is coming for sale at Maidenhead auction house Dawsons this month.
Collector Interview: Donation to the Met on the cards as prescribed by doctor’s order
15 May 2023Dr Cyril Mazansky, a retired radiologist in the US, is a historian and author with a focus on UK history.
Online art buying continues but record growth eases after lockdown boom
11 May 2023The online art market continues to grow year on year with sales up 6% in 2022 according to the latest Hiscox Online Art Trade Report.
Application system for CITES permits and licences goes digital
10 May 2023Permits and licences for CITES will soon be moving to an online service.
Church thefts spark fears of crime spate
08 May 2023The theft of an Elizabethan silver chalice in Dorset has sparked fears it could be the latest in a spate targeting churches across the country.
Enter Auctioneum as East Bristol firm expands to Bath and rebrands
08 May 2023East Bristol Auctions is expanding with a new saleroom near Bath and plans to rebrand as Auctioneum.
Chalmers charmed by tennis book dealer award
08 May 2023Alan Chalmers of The Tennis Bookshop (established in 1988) has been awarded the United States Court Tennis Association’s 2023 George Plimpton Prize for his “fine work as a book dealer”.
Milsted a star six times over
08 May 2023For those of us who feel tired even thinking about competing in the London marathon, Woolley & Wallis’ managing director Natalie Milsted's recent achievement is truly awe-inspiring.
From Horatio Nelson to a Hebrew bible and Ulysses to the BFG: a selection of upcoming auction highlights
08 May 2023Stand-out lots to watch out for in UK, Irish, European and US sales of books and works on paper
Report confirms US galleries as top payers in the art market
08 May 2023Large art galleries in the US were the top payers of 2022, according to a new salary report.
Christie’s to offer second auction series of the Ann and Gordon Getty collection
05 May 2023A second tranche of the Ann and Gordon Getty collection is coming to Christie’s in June.
Art and antiques trade celebrates Charles III's coronation
03 May 2023The art and antiques trade are celebrating the coronation of Charles III and Camilla as King and Queen ahead of the big day at Westminster Abbey on May 6.
Art market salaries revealed in new pay report
02 May 2023Large art galleries in the US were the top payers of 2022, according to a new salary report.
Edward VIII collection comes up for sale
01 May 2023An extensive collection of Edward VIII memorabilia amassed over 55 years has been put up for sale by its owner.
Live it up in mock Tudor
01 May 2023A doublet and hose worn by the Earl of Abergavenny at the coronation of George IV in 1821 came to auction in Nottinghamshire.
Portrait depicts the last king to reign before Charles III
01 May 2023Gallery Rountree Tryon brings to Petworth Park Antiques & Fine Art Fair a portrait of the last king to reign before Charles III – George VI.