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BAMF chief: ‘We’re gathering data to make EU-national hiring case to government’

01 August 2017

Art market leaders are gathering facts and figures on the sector’s need to retain and hire staff from the EU after Brexit to present to the Home Office.

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Iconic image of Albert Einstein sells for $125,000 at Nate D Sanders

31 July 2017

In 1951 the photographer Arthur Sasse snapped one of the most iconic images of Albert Einstein. The physicist is shown on his 72nd birthday sticking his tongue sticking out at the camera and the playful photo quickly became a favourite of Einstein’s.

Harry Potter

Record for Harry Potter first edition set at Bloomsbury Auctions

31 July 2017

A copy of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone set a new record for a first edition from its initial 500-copy run at Bloomsbury Auctions’ sale of rare books last week.

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Five at the fair: A preview of objects on offer at the second TEFAF New York Fall

31 July 2017

The second annual TEFAF New York Fall is set to run from October 28-November 1 this year at the city’s Park Avenue Armory. Covering objects from antiquity to the early 20th century, the event includes jewellery, furniture, paintings and more. Below is a preview of five items on offer at the fair.

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Porcelain and ceramic sales stand out at recent Antiques for Everyone fair

31 July 2017

Porcelain and ceramics were among the strongest sellers at the recent Antiques for Everyone fair.

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They said what?! The week (24-30 July) in quotes from the art and antiques world

30 July 2017

In our weekend series, Antiques Trade Gazette brings you a selection of quotes from dealers, auctioneers, collectors and others.

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Volume of Company School painting goes under the hammer at Bristol Auction Rooms

29 July 2017

A selection of Indian Company School paintings is among the lots on offer at Bristol Auction Rooms next month.