Features


img_14-2.jpg

Classic Mercedes that became a prized possession

20 June 2022

The vendor of this 1966 Mercedes W111 250 SE Auto Coupé won it in a competition.

img_14-1.jpg

Fifties Mercedes-Benz takes auction pole position

20 June 2022

The world record for a car sold at auction was broken last month when a 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupé was hammered down for €135m (£112m) on May 5.

img_14-3.jpg

Giulia gets away successfully

20 June 2022

This exciting 1968 Alfa Romeo Giulia GTA 1300 emerged for auction at Tennants (10% buyer’s premium).

img_47-1.jpg

TEFAF: Special date for the summer

13 June 2022

Flagship art fair TEFAF Maastricht has a later date than before as it returns to being an in-person event this year.

img_54-1.jpg

Previews: Old Masters and traditional art

13 June 2022

A look at highlights from dealers and summer auctions in the UK.

img_28-1.jpg

SUMMER OF ART AND ANTIQUES: Introduction - get ready for events galore

13 June 2022

The summer season is back in force. For the first time since 2019 there is a wealth of major art and antiques events for eager buyers and dealers.

img_29-4.jpg

OBITUARY: Philip Hewat-Jaboor, 1953-2022

13 June 2022

Exhibitors and regulars of Masterpiece London are among those celebrating the extraordinary life of the late Philip Hewat-Jaboor.

img_58-1.jpg

Previews: 20th century art

13 June 2022

Summer highlights from auctions and dealers.

img_62-1.jpg

Previews: Furniture and works of art

13 June 2022

Highlights from a busy summer for auction houses and dealers.

img_39-1.jpg

Masterpiece: raise a glass

13 June 2022

Prestigious Chelsea fair Masterpiece can even boast an official champagne partner.

img_66-2.jpg

Previews: Jewellery, watches and silver

13 June 2022

A look ahead to auction house and dealer highlights this summer.

img_76-1.jpg

Previews: International

13 June 2022

A selection of upcoming lots this summer season from international auctions.

img_32-1.jpg

Olympia: A grand day out

13 June 2022

The summer Art & Antiques Fair is now running in Olympia Grand, the largest of the halls.

img_60-1.jpg

Previews: Design

13 June 2022

Stand-out lots on offer in upcoming summer auctions and from dealers.

img_16-4.jpg

Mickey and Minnie return to Glamis Castle

30 May 2022

This pair of Mickey and Minnie Mouse toys has been on quite an adventure.

img_19-8.jpg

Get the ultimate dressing-up set

30 May 2022

The numerous coronations offer a chance to buy more esoteric objects at auction.

img_20-2.jpg

Ring owned by Princess Margaret comes to London saleroom

30 May 2022

This Georgian enamel and rock crystal mourning ring was formerly owned by Princess Margaret, Countess of Snowdon.

img_20-3.jpg

‘Victoria’s gift’ to faithful retainer

30 May 2022

By repute this 15oz silver chamber stick and snuffer with glass hurricane shade was a gift from Queen Victoria to her personal attendant and favourite John Brown (1826-83).

img_19-10.jpg

Britains coronation coach proves popular

30 May 2022

Throughout the 20th century toy manufacturers produced commemorative models, with the coronation coach a particularly popular subject.

img_20-6.jpg

Smaller Boehm statue of Queen Victoria finds admiration at auction

30 May 2022

Joseph Edgar Boehm (1834-9) was commissioned to make a statue to mark the golden jubilee of Queen Victoria in 1887.

News

Categories