Auction News
1930s illustrated Harlem nightclub map for sale at Swann
An original 1930s artwork featuring a map of Harlem nightclubs is one of the standout lots in Swann Auction Galleries’ annual sale of Printed & Manuscript African Americana. The map […]
2016-03-04
Native American treasures on offer at Big Spring Phoenix auction
A remarkable line-up of Native American art is set to go under the hammer in Arizona next week, at Allard Auctions, Inc.’s Big Spring Phoenix auction. Collectors will have the […]
Romanian dictator’s Mercedes for sale in charity auction
A car originally owned by the Romanian Communist dictator Nicolae Ceau?escu will be offered at Bonhams later this month, to raise funds for those still affected by his brutal regime. […]
2016-03-03
John Wilkes’s final gun to be sold auctioned in London
The last gun ever made by the renowned gunsmiths John Wilkes will be offered for sale in London next month. The rare weapon will be offered as part of Gavin […]
2016-03-02
Christie’s to host Dubai Elements of Style sale
Christie’s is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary auction in Dubai in style, with a sale of luxury handbags, jewelry, watches and accessories. The Elements of Style auction will offer […]
Rare Jaguar found under hedge heads to auction with COYS
A rare Jaguar discovered hidden beneath a hedge in Surrey could bring thousands of pounds at auction later this month. The 1963 Jaguar E-Type remains in remarkably original condition, and […]
Qing Dynasty vase could top $10 million at Gianguan Auctions
A highly rare Qing Dynasty vase looks set to bring an eight-figure sum this month, as part of Gianguan Auctions’ forthcoming Asian Art sale in New York. The Fine Chinese […]
Major Champagne collection leads Bonhams fine wine sale
An important private collection of Champagne will be offered by Bonhams next month, as part of the forthcoming Fine Wine sale in London. Assembled over many years by a noted […]
2016-03-01
1926 Mercedes-Benz Model K highlights Bonhams’ Stuttgart sale
Bonhams has announced highlights of its forthcoming single-marque Mercedes-Benz sale. The company returns to the Mercedes-Benz Museum in Stuttgart this month for its annual sale spanning the history of the […]
Baseball’s “Magna Carta” document to sell at SCP Auctions
A 19th century document which helped shape the sport of baseball is heading for sale at SCP Auctions next month. Described as “the Magna Carta of our national pastime”, the […]
American-built classics lead Auctions America’s Auburn Spring event
A superior assortment of American-built automobiles are amongst the early consignments to Auctions America’s Auburn Spring event. Around 500 hand-picked cars will cross the block, alongside a selection of vintage […]
Belz Asian Art collection highlights Leslie Hindman sale in Chicago
An upcoming sale of Asian Art at Leslie Hindman Auctioneers will offer items from the esteemed collection of Jack and Marilyn Belz. Together they founded the Belz Museum of Asian […]
2016-02-29
Screen-used Bedford van from The Lady in the Van up for auction
A piece of British film history is heading for auction next month, amongst a line-up of classic cars at the Practical Classics Restoration and Classic Car Show in Birmingham. The […]
Morphy Auctions offers rare 1903 Springfield rifle found in attic
A remarkably rare turn-of-the-century rifle will lead Morphy Auction’s upcoming Firearms sale in Denver. The Springfield 1903 Bolt Action Rifle was discovered in an attic in Boonton, New Jersey, where […]
WWII Spitfire pilot’s Chinese vase up for auction in Penzance
A rare Chinese vase once owned by a flamboyant WWII Spitfire pilot is heading to auction in Cornwall next month. The vase was originally owned by Cecil Doward, the art […]