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Engraving indicates timepiece had been taken during the 1815 battle and presented to a lieutenant

One day in early 1975 a dealer from Norwich came into my shop in Harrogate for the first time and, although he did not buy on that occasion, that introduction would lead to a 50-year friendship that has been ended by the death of James Brett from Alzheimer’s Disease.

A selection of upcoming auction highlights

Pictured here is the autographed sketch and signature, of Alfred Maltby (1842-1901), an English actor and costume designer, which features in a 19th century album containing signatures of the acting, literary and musical greats of the day.

Couple start new venture just a month after previous business shuts down

The annual Asian Art in London festival celebrates outstanding examples of art and antiques offered by auction houses and dealers.

Concerns of not enough fresh faces coming into the trade seem misplaced

How do you end up selling antique weapons and can you do it full-time to make a living? From swords and sabres to pistols and machine guns, we spoke to six arms dealers who attended the International Birmingham Antique Arms & Militaria Fair in September to find out how they got into the trade and how their business is faring

By the 15th century the mechanical clock age had dawned but time had not entirely been called yet on the sundial.

It’s no exaggeration to describe James as a legend of the antiques trade.

A selection of upcoming auction highlights

The opportunity to obtain a ‘Kew A Certificate’ did not just attract local British makers but drew in Rolex as well.