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Juan Manuel Blanes painting

Five top artworks sold at auctions outside London this year

30 December 2023

Among the lots bringing the best interest at regional salerooms in 2023 were a work by Uruguay’s most important painter and an enigmatic portrait of a man with a pickaxe. Here we pick out five of the best results which were covered in ATG.

Henry Sandon

Ceramics expert and the Antiques Roadshow’s ‘favourite uncle’ Henry Sandon dies

28 December 2023

Ceramics specialist and Antiques Roadshow expert Henry Sandon has died aged 95.

Miniature penknife

Exceptional 19th century miniature penknife stars in our pick of five auction highlights

21 December 2023

ATG’s weekly selection of items that caught bidders’ eyes includes a rare Joseph Rogers & Sons miniature penknife made for royal presentation that more than doubled estimate.

Prince Caspian

More than £50m of art, antiques and collectables acquired by the nation

20 December 2023

The latest annual Cultural Gifts Scheme and Acceptance in Lieu Annual Report has been published detailing the artworks and objects that will go on show to the public.

Sotheby's and Bonhams 

Bonhams posts best ever annual results after global expansion and Sotheby’s is on track for total sales of $8bn for 2023

20 December 2023

Bonhams revealed its sales totals for this year as Sotheby’s released a provisional figure.

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Christie’s auction sales plummet due to macro economics and lack of stand-out single-owner sale

19 December 2023

Auction house Christie’s reported auction sales of $5bn (£4.06bn) in 2023, down 30% on 2022.

Lorenzetti’s panel

Rediscovered Old Masters in France sell to US collector

18 December 2023

Two rare Old Master paintings from the Sienese school of the early 14th century that had been rediscovered in France have been snapped up by an American collector.

Lucie Rie flaring footed porcelain bowl

‘True masterpiece’ bowl brings a new auction high for studio potter Lucie Rie

18 December 2023

The market for Lucie Rie ceramics continues to reach new heights.

Jussi Pylkkänen

Pylkkänen steps down from the Christie’s rostrum for the final time

18 December 2023

Christie’s latest series of ‘Classic Week’ auctions were the last conducted by global president and lead auctioneer Jussi Pylkkänen before leaving the company to become an independent art adviser.

Florence Nightingale

The ‘final photos’ of Florence Nightingale

18 December 2023

A fascinating personal collection of items relating to Florence Nightingale (1820-1910) that sold in a south London auction included what are among the last photographs ever taken of her.

Christmas themed collectables

Get in the Christmas spirit with festive picks at auction

18 December 2023

From baubles and brooches to a turkey tureen, here are six festive inspired items at auction.

Anthony Browne

UK imports process set to become easier

18 December 2023

Importing art and antiques into the UK via the Temporary Admissions (TA) procedure could soon become easier following government plans for a strategic review and simplification of the system.

Linocut by Cyril Power

Bring me sunshine: Rare Cyril Power linocut in demand at Bonhams

18 December 2023

Many of Cyril Edward Power’s (1872-1951) most sought-after subjects for his futurist-style linocuts involve different methods of public transport.

‘English School’ plumbago on vellum portrait miniatures

Pick of the week: Scientist made his living as a painter

18 December 2023

The most remarkable result at Cheffins’ Fine Art Sale in Cambridge was provided by a group of four ‘English School’ plumbago on vellum portrait miniatures.

Apple Boutique mural

Pioneering journalist with a ticket to ride

18 December 2023

She was the first female broadcaster to be heard on Radio 1 and the only journalist to accompany the Beatles during a four-day coach trip when they filmed their Magical Mystery Tour TV special.

Houdini poster

News in brief including a Houdini poster setting an auction record

18 December 2023

A round-up of art and antiques news from the previous seven days, including a Houdini linen-backed sheet setting an auction record for any magic poster.

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Previews: issue 2623

18 December 2023

Our selection of lots from six upcoming UK and Irish auctions

Books and works on paper auction calendar, December 19 2023-January 18, 2024

18 December 2023

Our regular listing of UK and Irish book auctions taking place via thesaleroom.com

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Review of the year 2023: The good and the bad in a changing landscape

18 December 2023

Although the year began with a string of gloomy announcements about fairs closing, much more positive news followed as fresh events sprang up across the country

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Smoking causes healthy results: tobacco related items

18 December 2023

Corporate collection of British American Tobacco includes choice antique items related to the habit

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