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This Indo-Portuguese ivory inlaid rosewood side table had last been sold in 1950 when it was bought by the ceramicist Eric James Mellon (1925-2014) while an art student in London.

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Rediscovered Lavery painting found among convent contents to appear at auction

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NewsLiberty’s antique rugs, carpets and textiles offering comes to an end

NewsAs one Oscar Wilde Oxford college photo sells in the UK, another is found in US library

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Feature – Arms & ArmourA master of martial arts and expert in Japanese martial arms and culture

News Digest19th century ‘Dandy Horse’ bicycle takes three times estimate at Sussex auction

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Ceramics and GlassHarry Davis designs for Royal Worcester bear up well

Ceramics and GlassCeramic Highlander was made in the Lowlands

Ceramics and Glass‘Mum went out to buy a coat but got a Lambeth delft candlestick instead’

Ceramics and GlassGeorge Tinworth mice draw serious interest from collectors

Ceramics and GlassRoyal Doulton figures add touch of character from the 1920s

Ceramics and GlassTiffany lamp record set as Magnolia pattern turns heads

Ceramics and GlassMy search to identify a mystery Staffordshire figure

Ceramics and GlassSèvres plate too expensive for a French king sells in Germany

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Ceramics and GlassEarly example of Gallé in demand

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JewelleryHolbeinesque jewellery: Inspired by the Northern Renaissance

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JewelleryRecalling the golden age of pink topaz

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JewelleryBridesmaid’s York Rose brooch rated all white by buyer

JewelleryRené Lalique jewellery makes Cottone auction debut

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JewelleryJavanese please: Items from the Indonesian island’s true golden age

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