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Huanghuali armchairs

Chinese huanghuali armchairs owned by Chairman Mao's adviser sell at 15-times top estimate

05 November 2025

A pair of Chinese huanghuali armchairs, formerly owned by a US Treasury official who became an economic adviser to Chairman Mao, were hammered down at £600,000.

Alyssa Quinlan

Major auction house rebrand and a round up of the latest Movers and Shakers

05 November 2025

An update on news across the world of art and antiques from auction houses to dealers.

South Yorkshire Police

Yorkshire police appeal for information following theft from antiques centre

04 November 2025

Two thieves broke into an antiques centre in South Yorkshire stealing items and causing thousands of pounds of damage.

The Gavel by Helena Traill

Salerooms get together as gavels come to auction for charity

04 November 2025

An auction featuring 15 artist-designed gavels is taking place this week in order to raise funds for three charities.

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A picture by ‘one of the rarest women artists on the market’ is among five lots to watch

03 November 2025

With estimates from £100, here are five previews of upcoming items.

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Top stories this week – including news of Drew Pritchard’s new showroom

02 November 2025

The most popular stories on this website over the last week included Drew Pritchard’s new showroom.

Volvo

Rare Volvo estate – the archetypal antiques dealer’s car – comes to auction

31 October 2025

An exceptional example of the Volvo estate – the archetypal antiques dealer’s car – comes for sale at Sworders this month.