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Five highlights at UK auctions for August
While August is a traditionally quieter month for auction houses in the UK, this year a surprising number of salerooms are taking the opportunity to offer some exceptional lots. A selection of them appears here.
Tsar's shashka comes to auction
The sword, once belonging to Nicholas II, carries an estimate of £1.6m-£2.4m at Apollo Art Auctions
Five affordable antiquities that look fabulous
It might sometimes seem that attractive antiquities are beyond the budget of the average collector. In fact, many pieces can be acquired at affordable prices.
Wedgwood's Portland vase copies lead Goldfein collection
Five examples of Wedgwood’s copy of the Portland vase come for sale at Dreweatts in Newbury on June 27 as part of the Stanley F Goldfein collection of ceramics.
Star cars to bid for at Humbert & Ellis
Imagine having one of these on your front drive.
Create a look: Five pieces of furniture estimated at under £1000
Antique furniture can be attractive not just as a collectors’ items but also for creating a striking look in an interior.
Elevating Home Decor: A Deep Dive into Online Auctions with Ofelia Botella
In the world of interior design and art aficionados, the allure of uncovering unique treasures is an ever-enticing pursuit.
Field day: discover rings found by metal detectorists at Noonans sale
Noonans’ Jewellery, Watches, Silver and Objects of Vertu sale takes place on June 11.
Around the colour wheel: stunning highlights from the George Farrow collection at Roseberys
A consummate collector and connoisseur, Geroge Farrow’s home was filled with treasures from Asia, the Middle East and Europe.