Latest News Articles by Matt Ball
Interview: Singapore silver dealer Esme Parish takes collection to auction ahead of her next chapter
25 September 2026Dealer Esme Parish is moving on from her full-time role of offering antique silver from her base in Singapore.
Ruggles prize recognises collectors
25 September 2026The winners of the fifth annual David Ruggles Prize, an international book and works on paper collecting prize established in 2021 to support and encourage young collectors of colour, have been announced.
It’s never too late to subscribe to ATG
18 September 2026Here at ATG we are always pleased to hear from potential new subscribers.
Stairway to £10,000 as early Led Zeppelin poster comes to Merseyside auction
18 September 2026Formed in London in 1963, English blues rock band The Yardbirds kickstarted the careers of three of rock's most famous guitarists: Eric Clapton (in the group from 1963-65), Jeff Beck (1965-66) and Jimmy Page (1966-68).
A Singapore story to be sold worldwide
04 September 2026How an online-only auction house is taking its biggest consignment to a global audience.
US bidder wins prize of a pugilist cigarette card with famed fighter
04 September 2026A cigarette card depicting US prize-fighter Tommy Warren sold for £5200 at Loddon Auctions (20% buyer’s premium) on August 5, smashing its estimate of £100-150.
Rare design helps boxer’s cigarette card punch well above estimate
12 August 2026A cigarette card depicting US prize-fighter Tommy Warren sold for £5200 at Loddon Auctions on August 5, smashing its estimate of £100-150.
Badge of honour: Brooklands items sought after 100 years on from the first British Grand Prix
24 July 2026A century on from the first Grand Prix in the UK, collectors are still competing for a share of motor-racing’s early memorabilia.
Certificates that can create quite a bond… or a share
03 July 2026Ever heard of scripophily? It is fair to say that Tim Welo is a bit of an enthusiast.
The American dream, furnished in Europe
03 July 2026What does it take to run a vintage or antiques business in the US selling European interiors items to American buyers?
Latest anti-money laundering regulations: new amendments issued, guidance to come
26 June 2026New UK anti-money laundering rules coming into force are set to affect auction houses, dealerships, art advisers and other art market participants.
Wall to wall coverage: 29 upcoming museum shows
19 June 2026Exhibitions both big and small await art and antiques lovers when they head out to museums this summer
Introduction: Life’s rich tapestry
19 June 2026The summer season is upon us, and the art market has risen to the occasion. There is plenty to see, plenty to buy and plenty to look forward to.
Bloomin’ heck: it’s £24,000 for a Derby County football card
29 May 2026A trade card featuring football player Steve Bloomer (1874-1938) went well beyond its guide of £6000-8000 as it hammered for £24,000.
The day the mighty Man Utd beat Joe Simpkins 5-0
29 May 2026In May 1950 Manchester United embarked on a 12-match tour of North America.
Tiny winger, towering result: Billy Bassett Baines card hammers at 36 times top estimate
27 May 2026West Bromwich Albion legend brings in the bidders
Bloomer card scores at £24,000
19 May 2026Collectable featuring Derby County and England football legend shoots way above estimate.
State of the market: Exclusive ATG survey of auction houses reveals determination alongside trepidation
15 May 2026What do auction houses feel about doing business in challenging times? Read our exclusive survey to find out
Upcycled cufflinks: second-hand style, first-rate reaction
15 May 2026ATG's publishing director recounts the joy of wearing an upcycled accessory
Novelty maps: From Alehouse to Away End
08 May 2026On how many different journeys can an old map take you? We spotted this 1930 novelty map of London which sold for £1250 at Sportingold in Barnsley in February this year and were so intrigued by its content that we could not resist researching it further