Rich Offerings Of Chinese Art Fill Two-Day December Auction At Bonhams In San Francisco
Last Updated on Tuesday, 6 December 2011 11:05 Written by External Post Tuesday, 6 December 2011 11:05
Bonhams is pleased to present enticing works of art in every category of collecting in its auctions of Fine Asian Works of Art and Asian Decorative Art to be held December 20-21. Together, these sales will put more than 900 objects on the auction block, obtained from private collectors, estates and institutions throughout the United States.
The first day is devoted to the bi-annual auction of Fine Asian Works of Art at Bonhams….
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‘Twas The Night Before Christmas: The Bonhams Fine Books & Manuscripts Auction Celebrates The Holiday Season
Last Updated on Tuesday, 6 December 2011 11:05 Written by External Post Tuesday, 6 December 2011 11:05
Nearly 300 items will be offered in the Fine Books & Manuscripts auction, December 15 at Bonhams in New York. Being one of the last auctions of this year, and adding to holiday anticipation, the sale boasts several Christmas-related items among its offerings, including: early printed books and illuminated manuscripts, travel literature and maps, science and natural history, art, children’s books, literature, history, Americana,…
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December Sale Results and Unsolds now online
Last Updated on Saturday, 3 December 2011 10:36 Written by External Post Saturday, 3 December 2011 10:36
Our website has been updated with the realised hammer prices from our December sale. You can view these at:
www.batemans-auctions.co.uk
Selected unsold lots are also available for purchase at the Reserve price for one week from the close of the Sale. These can be viewed until Friday 9th December:
View Unsold Lots
If you are interested in any of these lots, please contact the Saleroom Office directly on 01780 766466 during our office hours 10am to 5pm Monday to Friday,
or info@batemans-auctions.co.uk
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Great to be in town, says David
Last Updated on Friday, 2 December 2011 04:45 Written by External Post Friday, 2 December 2011 04:45
Businessman David James says that he is delighted with the “phenomenal” response he has had since relocating his company to the heart of Fakenham. Mr James opened his shop, James & Sons, in Norwich Street about a month ago, after having being based at Syderstone for three years, The shop is a utopia for collectors. It contains thousands of items including coins, stamps, banknotes, postcards, cigarette cards, old maps, books, medals and various other collectors’ items.
Mr James, well known as chairman of Fakenham branch of the Royal British Legion, said: “It has been absolutely unbelievable how well it has gone since we moved here. “There has been an enormous amount of interest and a phenomenal response from people in the townwhich is very pleasing.” Mr James opened his first shop in Norwich in 1969 after a career in the army during which he served in Borneo and Aden.
As an auctioneer and valuer he is an expert in many forms of collection and has a team of 20 consultants with specialist expertise who can give people valuations on a vast range of items.
The company sells hundreds of items on eBay and holds monthly auctions and fairs around the region.
Read The Rest Of This...DIARY: Aust. Investment, Retail Sales, EU Bonds, UK Budget, US Jobs, Global … – International Business Times AU
Last Updated on Tuesday, 29 November 2011 04:10 Written by External Post Tuesday, 29 November 2011 04:10
DIARY: Aust. Investment, Retail Sales, EU Bonds, UK Budget, US Jobs, Global …International Business Times AUEurope of course dominates the week once again (see first story), with a number of countries scheduled to hold bond auctions which could trigger more turmoil if they go badly. In the US we g…
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Article from the Lynn News – 11th November 2011
Last Updated on Friday, 11 November 2011 01:55 Written by External Post Friday, 11 November 2011 01:55
Auctioneer has lots more to offer
An expert in collectibles has just relocated to fakenham where he has opemed an Aladdin’s Cave for hobbyists.
It’s a business which grew out of his very first sale some 40 years ago when he bought an old sixpence (2½p) for 10/- (50p) and sold it the same day for £1.
That was in 1969 when David James opened his first shop in Norwich after a career in the Army serving in Borneo and Aden.
After a more recent period on Syderstone business park he has now relocated to Norwich Street, Fakenham, where 5000 square feet of storage space houses thousands of items such as postage stamps, cigarette cards, medals, bank notes, coins, postcards, old maps, prints, books and much more besides.
“We have one of the largest stocks of collectables in this country, if not in Europe.” he said. As an auctioneer and valuer he is an expert in the many branches of collecting but also has at his elbow a team of 20 consultants whose specialist expertise gives the business a vast knowledge of the worth of anything and everything a collector might be after. That ranges from valuable penny blacks to ten-a-penny contemporary trade cards given away by companies such as Brooke Bond, Kellogg’s abd McDonalds.
At any one time the company has up to 500 items on eBay as well as holding monthly auctions and fairs around the eastern region. “We sell one tonne of stamp albums through our auctions every month and we’ve just past the 2000 auctions.” he said.
But it is also very challenging business where collecting habits can change rapidly. Cigarette cards are currently not in vogue unless they are early and rare. But anything containing either gold or silver is much sought after as the value of bullion rises world-wide.
It is also a business where big money is paid for rarity. Currently he has letters, sent before postage stamps were introduced in 1840 with the advent of the Penny Black. One, dated 1666, is valued by the distance it travelled: the greater the distance the greater the value. Marks on the correspondence record the total mileage with the recipent paying accordingly. Another lucrative market is old cheques and postal orders.
Taken from the Lynn News – www.lynnnews.co.uk – 11th November 2011 – Picture by Peter Bird
Read The Rest Of This...October Sale Results and Unsolds now online
Last Updated on Wednesday, 9 November 2011 10:59 Written by External Post Wednesday, 9 November 2011 10:59
Our website has been updated with the realised hammer prices from our October sale. You can view these at:
www.batemans-auctions.co.uk
Selected unsold lots are also available for purchase at the Reserve price for one week from the close of the Sale. These can be viewed until Friday 7th October:
View Unsold Lots
If you are interested in any of these lots, please contact the Saleroom Office directly on 01780 766466 during our office hours 10am to 5pm Monday to Friday,
or info@batemans-auctions.co.uk
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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.
Read The Rest Of This...Country House Auctions
Last Updated on Wednesday, 9 November 2011 10:55 Written by External Post Wednesday, 9 November 2011 10:55
Following World War II, the vast workforce needed to run and maintain a stately or country home was depleted due to the fact of soldiers either continuing their duties or finding better paid jobs in towns.
The final nail in the coffin came after World War II left many buildings in a poor state of repair, agricultural supplies declined and higher taxes were levied. Therefore, the only solution, in order to raise funds was to hold contents auctions in the grounds. This led to a period of fantastic finds for the educated and knowledgeable antique dealer. Sales were hastily advertised in the local press and encouraged dealers to travel to all parts of the country seeking out the catalogued treasures.
However times have changed with the power of the Web. Auctioneers can now fully orchestrate a country house sale without any hiccups, although sometimes months are needed to organise the sales. They can be very rewarding for the seller as a house sale can show the objects in their own setting which can influence buyers to pay a higher premium.
Gone are the days of the large stately home having all its contents displayed on its lawns, but the concept is still there for smaller estates to offer for sale their complete contents and raise funds with organised and well marketed techniques. Press releases encourage buyers from all over the world and interest is raised in anticipation of the treasures yet to be discovered.
Read The Rest Of This...Boningtons The Essex Auctioneers 2010
Last Updated on Wednesday, 9 November 2011 10:55 Written by External Post Wednesday, 9 November 2011 10:55
We had a record year in 2010, with many of our auctions reaching new heights and breaking records. This was mainly due to restructuring of the sales programme. We also introduced various new Specialist Sales, amongst our successful Fortnightly Vintage and Antique Collectable Sales, where we have a huge following both nationally and internationally. Collectors and dealers alike keep a close eye on our online catalogues via these.
We also found ourselves appraising collections further afield into central London and the home counties. This, accompanied by our close working relationship with leading law firms, led to market fresh material being entered into appropriate sales and ultimately achieving excellent results.
Boningtons are also pleased to announce the development of our Probate department and the appointment of the experienced Colin Hughes as Head of Probate.
In addition, Boningtons had our first artist studio sale featuring John Strevens (1902- 1910), who was an internationally renowned artist. The auction exceeded all expectations and was a credit to all those who marketed the sale at such short notice.
I wish you all a successful and prosperous 2011.
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