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Obituary: Rudolf Neumeister (1925-2017)

05 April 2017

Rudolf Neumeister, one of Germany’s longest serving auctioneers, passed away on February 23 at the age of 91.

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Bid Barometer

05 April 2017

ATG’s selection of auction lots bought by internet bidders on thesaleroom.com from the period March 23-29, 2017. This includes both the highest prices over estimate and the top prices paid online.

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Beadwork and embroideries

05 April 2017

Through surviving examples of Charles II beadwork, it is possible to catch a glimpse of the splendid colours of Stuart England.

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Favourite of the cavalry commands top lot in Oxford

05 April 2017

A good mix of traditional and modern pictures drew decent bidding at Mallams’ (20% buyer’s premium) on March 16.

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Remainer makes his own Brexit to the Netherlands

05 April 2017

Some people who voted Remain at the EU Referendum last year have been dismayed at the Brexit outcome and have dreaded the triggering of Article 50, formally notifying the EU of the UK’s intention to withdraw.

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Let there be all kinds of light - German hammer highlights

05 April 2017

From minimalist lamp to starry chandelier

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Previews: Up to £500

05 April 2017

ATG’s weekly selection of items on sale at auctions and dealerships.

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Museum purchase

05 April 2017

This William and Mary walnut marquetry cabinet, right, was recently bought by an international museum for a mid six- figure sum.

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Couple of nice little learners

05 April 2017

London sale offers ground-breaking grammatical studies from 16th and 17th centuries.

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Trade alert: watch out for cyber crime

05 April 2017

Firms urged to be aware of risk after string of email invoice frauds

Vetting committee stands down at PAD in Paris

05 April 2017

Paris art and design fair PAD has lost its vetting committee following concerns about the brief time allowed to view stands.

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Two private collections of rushlights at Bonhams

05 April 2017

Folksy 18th and 19th century vernacular lighting retains a strong following.

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The long haul: test of Grosvenor staying power

05 April 2017

Demand for the delicate 20th century dynamic prints of the Grosvenor School has softened since the string of recordbreaking sales and prices taking place several years ago.

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Newton travels to New York

05 April 2017

Making its third saleroom appearance in 30-odd years, the portrait in oils of Isaac Newton shown here is one of at least a dozen made in his lifetime.

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International previews: Maine

05 April 2017

A highlight of James D Julia’s latest arms and militaria sale on April 11 is this rare Lloyd’s Patriotic Fund sword, one of 23 awarded to captains who fought in the Battle of Trafalgar.

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Elizabethan furniture shines in Met’s California dispersal

05 April 2017

Two pieces of early oak furniture deaccessioned from the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York far outstripped modest expectations when offered for sale in California last month. The two tersely catalogued lots – both bequeathed to the museum in 1964 – appeared at Clars in Oakland on March 18. They sold to New York buyers.

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Finding out if small is beautiful

05 April 2017

Exceptional items star as Bonhams’ oak sales face the challenge of reduced space and lots

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Previews: £2001 - £5000

05 April 2017

ATG’s weekly selection of items on sale at auctions and dealerships.

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Previews: £5001 - £30,000

05 April 2017

ATG’s weekly selection of items on sale at auctions and dealerships.

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International previews: Rome

05 April 2017

Included in the April 10 sale of Old Masters, antique furniture, ceramics and works of art that is part of Babuino’s sale series in Rome this month is this small painting by the early 17th century Flemish artist Roelant Savery.

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