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A German auction house in a small Bavarian town has sold a Dutch Golden Age painting for more than 50 times its estimate – setting a record for an artwork auctioned online in Germany.

Fine arts and antiques shipping firm Gander & White celebrated its 85th anniversary last week.

The release this year of movies such as Justice League, Wonder Woman and, most recently, Thor: Ragnarok has brought added interest in the original comics, according to specialist at Heritage Auctions, Barry Sandoval.

‘Flea at Flat Iron Square’ near London Bridge has launched its festive events programme.

Timed to coincide with the start of the 70th Ashes series, a silver presentation tray marking the very first ‘Ashes’ test series in 1882-83 will be offered at auction by Leonard Joel in Melbourne on December 7.

In our weekend series, Antiques Trade Gazette brings you a selection of quotes from dealers, auctioneers, collectors and others. This week, we bring you BADA’s reaction to the UK budget and a silver specialist’s view on current precious metal prices.

The latest statistics show art and antiques are playing a part in sales growth around the country.