Skinner to Host Asian Auction in Marlborough

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Consignment Auction on Thursday, February 2, 2012 at 6:00 PM – Platte City, MO

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Pedal cars, toys, and over 2,000 lots of antiques and collectibles will be sold Mar. 30-Apr. 1 by Showtime

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Bonhams Knightsbridge to hold second ‘open house’ on Wednesday 4th January

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Follows sale of rare blue diamond (£103,250) and Tibetan jug (£121,250), both discovered at May’s open house

Following a hugely successful first open house in May 2011, Bonhams will once again open the doors of its Knightsbridge saleroom to offer free verbal valuations on Wednesday 4th January 2012. 9:30am to 4pm.

20 of Bonhams art and antiques specialists will be available, including two who regularly…
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Rare Waltham girandole clock (#1 of 50) could bring $20,000-$40,000 at Gordon S. Converse, Dec. 28th

Last Updated on Tuesday, 13 December 2011 09:55 Written by External Post Tuesday, 13 December 2011 09:55

(MALVERN, Pa.) – Over 400 quality lots of important antique clocks, Asian objects, fine art, porcelain and antiques in an array of categories will be sold at auction Wednesday, Dec. 28, by Gordon S. Converse & Company, at the Peoples Light & Theater Company in Malvern, a city situated in eastern Pennsylvania, not far off [...]
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History

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One of the few surviving Georgian auction houses in London, Bonhams was set up in 1793 when Thomas Dodd, a renowned antique print dealer, joined forces with the book specialist Walter Bonham.

The company expanded and by the 1850s was handling all categories of antiques including jewellery, porcelain, furniture, arms and armour and fine wines.

In the early 1950s the Bonham family purchased some land in Knightsbridge and erected a…
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A Sad Story…

Last Updated on Friday, 25 November 2011 12:05 Written by External Post Friday, 25 November 2011 12:05

I first became interested in antiques when I was a poor student. Fortunately my tastes varied then as much as they do now, and I was as interested in things I could afford as I was in the things that were well beyond my league. While at university I built up a large collection of 17th-19thC blue and white hand-painted and transfer-printed plates without spending more than a few pennies. Some of the plates I bought then are still only worth a few pennies, but quite a few have greatly increased in value.

Now, I don’t believe in buying antiques in order to make money, but that doesn&rsq … Read this full article on the Miller’s Blog.
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SKINNER’S ASIAN WORKS OF ART SALE FEATURES OVER 1600 LOTS OF ORIGINAL PAINTINGS, IMPRESSIVE FURNITURE AND RARE JADE

Last Updated on Friday, 18 November 2011 03:45 Written by External Post Friday, 18 November 2011 03:45

BOSTON, Mass. – November 18, 2011 – Skinner, Inc. one of the world’s leading auction houses for antiques and fine art, will host its auction of Asian Works of Art in three sessions, beginning Thursday, December 1st through Saturday, December 3rd in its Boston gallery at 63 Park Plaza. This sale features something for everyone [...]
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National Antiques Week 2011

Last Updated on Monday, 14 November 2011 01:05 Written by External Post Monday, 14 November 2011 01:05

It’s National Antiques Week (14th to the 21st of November)! Once again, it’s being supported by our own Mark Hill. And once again, there’s the opportunity for members of the public, taking part in National Antiques Week, to win some fabulous prizes – all in the name of voting for your favourite Antiques shop!
The official National Antiques Week website (click here to be taken to the site) says:
 Do you have a favourite antiques shop that you can’t go past without popping in for a browse?
Is there a dealer who knows about your passion for mid-century glass or vintage scent bottles and p … Read this full article on the Miller’s Blog.
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Essex Auctions

Last Updated on Wednesday, 9 November 2011 10:56 Written by External Post Wednesday, 9 November 2011 10:56

If you’ve never been to one of our Essex auctions, you’re in for a treat. Whether you’re looking for a bargain or hunting down collectibles or treasures, Boningtons, the Essex Auctioneers, cater to all tastes and budgets.

If you’ve not yet been to an auction and need a little guidance, you can read our page on How to Buy at Auction. It’s not as intimidating as some people think and you’ll find that auctions can be very exciting and enjoyable. You can attend the viewing day beforehand to see what will be on sale and to familiarise yourself with the items you wish to buy.

We sell all manner of different items at our Essex auctions, from toys to fine art to antique furniture. Our list of auction departments will give you some idea of how much variety is involved!

We also hold Fortnightly Vintage Sales where we sell affordable mid-range antiques and collectibles, including furniture, ceramics, jewellery and so much more, not to mention some rather quirkier items. These are held every other Monday.

Our Specialist Sales, on the other hand, focus on premium examples from particular periods or genres, such as Oriental ceramics or fine art and antiques. These are scheduled throughout the year.

Perhaps you’re interesting in selling at one of our Essex auctions? If so, please take a look at our guide How to Sell at Auction. We’re happy to provide valuation services too. We hope that you decide to visit one of our auctions soon and either nab yourself a bargain or find something special to treasure.

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