19. June 2009 05:41
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WOW! What an extraordinary sale we have just had!
Buyers were particularly selective on what they bid but interest on unusual and quirky items was strong, particularly on a Regency Coco De Mer. Bids in the room went to £2,000 but it was eventually sold on the telephone for £3,000 to the London trade – against an estimate of £800-£1200.
Bidding was again strong for a pair of 18th century Prattware figurines modelled as rams beside a shepherd and shepherdess. There were some condition issues but rarity pushed the price up and the hammer eventually fell at £1,400 against a cautious estimate of £300-£500.
Selling furniture is a problem that auctioneers have come across over the past couple of years or so. Ten years ago a Welsh George III dresser would have made between £3,000-£5,000 but prices have dipped so much that, having placed an estimate of £1,000-£2,000 on a good original example, we still struggled to sell the piece.
However, good prices were achieved on other pieces of furniture. For example, a Wellington chest sold way above the estimate for £1,200.
Jewellery can be tricky in the present market as diamond prices have fallen and, with De Beers cutting back on operations - but with good named pieces still selling - the market remains buoyant.
All in all, after months of putting the catalogue together, it’s back to the grindstone as we are now preparing for our next fortnightly Vintage Sale on Monday, 29th June.
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8. June 2009 06:39
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Today’s auction has just finished and we are pleased with a number of the results namely…
lot 172 a hand painted Herend floral tea set which proved to be a very popular lot making £330 against an estimate of £60 - £80.
Lot 41 The french designer Ligne roset corner suite and foot stool which totalled £300 against estimates of £100 - £150.
Lot 11 A beautiful large Louis XVI style Armoire which sold for £320.
A 1970’s retro dressing table and stool sold for £260 against an estimate of £80 - £120. We also had good results on some silver and Lladro figures, so not too bad.
Now onto the next sale and we are gearing up for the Fine Art sale 17th June 2009, which goes on view Saturday 13th June 10-2, Monday 15th June 10-7 and Tuesday 16th June 10-7. We have been extremely busy sending out catalogues, writing condition reports and submitting further images, we wait with baited breath to see what response we get once the lots are displayed for all to see.
We have a number of interesting lots in the auction on the 17th June, including a large diamond Tiffany & co ring G colour clarity VVS 2, which could make someone very happy!! As well as a very important set of six George the second Chairs, which were originally sold in the Mentmore sale of the 1970s, billed as the sale of the century and the property of Lord Rothschild, which are already fetching lots of interest. Along with a number of large collections of pocket watches, troika ceramics, Prattware pot lids. I will post again after the sale to let you know how they all got on.
4. June 2009 21:10
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Buying at auction can be an exciting adrenaline fuelled bargain hunters dream. The thrill of will I – won’t I be successful and then seeing some items fetching thousands, amounts to an enjoyable experience that can be enjoyed by all.
To attend one of our sales it is advisable to first come to the viewing day to get yourself fully acquainted with the items you wish to buy. Check measurements / satisfy yourself to authenticity etc etc. Advice & help is always on hand – just ask!!!
On sale day arrive early and get a paddle number from reception, first timers will be asked to register. Then find yourself a place in the room where the auctioneer can clearly see you. When your lot arrives raise your hand paddle eyebrow whichever you prefer as long as the auctioneer sees you to allow us to know you are bidding. If successful announce your paddle number or raise your card. Then at the end of the auction you can pay at reception and collect your items. Simple!! We do offer a delivery service and it is advisable to get a quote on viewing day so that you can factor this into the cost.
Don’t forget the 15/20% + VAT commission to be added onto the hammer price.
Click here for our Terms and Conditions for buyers.