Roseberys

Two of the outstanding surprises from the specialist 478-lot Islamic & Indian Art sale at Roseberys (23% buyer’s premium) in West Norwood on October 22 are illustrated here.

The exact history of this 200-year-old saltwater pearl is unknown but it is undoubtedly a gem of considerable merit.

A round-up of art and antiques news from the previous seven days, including a promotion at Roseberys and a new Sotheby's retail website.

Far more fluent in the language of jewellery and stones, the Georgians and Victorians would have immediately made the link between snakes and eternal love. The ouroboros – a serpent swallowing its own tail – was commonly understood as a symbol of eternity.

A simple image titled 'Pony' by British artist Patrick Caulfield is the highest-estimated lot ever to be offered at south London saleroom Roseberys.

‘More affordable’ Lucie Rie lots head a selection of hammer highlights from summer sales.

“I would say in the short term it hasn’t put buyers off but I don’t have a crystal ball so I don’t know what the future will hold.” Auctioneer Henry Meadows’ take on the forthcoming ivory ban will be shared by many a regional auctioneer in the wake of summer sales.

An eclectic array of modern art stood out at the Roseberys London (23% buyer’s premium) sale of 20th century art and design.

A selection of wristwatch previews.

A look at the latest saleroom appointments, including Roseberys appointing a former director and works of art specialist at Christie’s.

Two finely executed Indian talismanic shirts made multi-estimate sums at Roseberys in south London.

A previously unpublished John Constable sketch drew prolonged bidding at south London saleroom Roseberys.