That, at least, was the theory. In fact, relatively little Irish ‘provincial’ silver made the journey to the metropolis to receive official approval – for reasons of security and economy. It is a ...
"In their view, we Londoners know little about God, and nothing about pottery". Royal Doulton's rise from London makers of domestic stonewares to an internationally-recognised Staffordshire Potteries ...
The latest edition of London Art Fair offers a dizzying cocktail of international galleries, intriguing workshops and a mix of modern and contemporary art ...
A pair of RAF cloth wings from Dambuster wing commander Guy Gibson’s uniform more than doubled its estimate at Gildings Auctioneers in Market Harborough, Leicestershire on January 7.
An American beer can achieved a record $80,000 (£63,850) at Morean Auctions in Brimfield, Massachusetts, at the end of last year. Made from heavy-gauge steel c.1935, the 12oz flat top can once ...
The UK’s ban on the trade in antique scrimshaw and narwhal tusks will come into force on January 28.
A watercolour by the Expressionist painter Emil Nolde (1867-1956) which has undergone a year-long authentication process is being offered at a Shropshire auction. The previously unknown still life ...
A scarce lifetime biography of the renowned pan-Africanist Paul Cuffee, found plenty of competition at a recent auction at Dominic Winter.
A first-hand account documenting the 1820 sinking of American whaleship the Essex heads to auction on January 16.
EBay has effectively placed a buyer’s premium on sales from private vendors with the introduction of its Buyer Protection scheme. The online selling platform, that recently made selling free for ...
An export bar has been placed on a set of highly decorated 17th century panels that sold at Sotheby’s last year for £1.62m.
A large bronze sculpture has been stolen from the grounds of its creator Anne Curry’s home and art studio.