Our November 2024 Rare Ceramics, Collectables & Jewellery auction saw a red-hot collection of antique jewellery, pottery, silver, artworks, and more going under the hammer. Here’s our top 9 picks:
Chang’s All Folks…
The colours on this superb Royal Doulton Chang Dragon vase, designed by Harry Nixon and Charles Noke are just spellbinding. The buyer certainly burned a hole in their pocket when this beauty soared to a hammer price of £6,200.
Jest for Fun
There was no clowning around when this lot went under the hammer. This Doulton Burslem England ‘Two Heads Are Better Than One’ figure, depicting a pensive Jester with a Bacchanalian bust in velvety hues, reached a hammer price of £6,200—matching the Chang Dragon for the top price of the auction
Watch This Space
With some timely bids, this Omega 18ct gold electroquartz F8192 bracelet watch achieved a dazzling hammer price of £5,850. A fantastic retro timepiece, it’s a second to none example of Omega’s innovative design. Not just a piece of jewellery, but a slice of history on your wrist—now that’s golden!
A Loch to Remember
No reflection was needed when it came to this painting. The serene Alfred De Breanski painting , A Highland Loch, captured the hearts of collectors and ended up fetching £5,200. The vivid landscape and tranquil waters must have brushed someone the right way—this scenic gem certainly reflected the value it deserved.
Positively Trotting out of the Saleroom
This rare Beswick model of walking pony in Rocking horse grey colours caused quite a stir as collectors neighed for a chance to take it home. The pony reached a hammer price of £4,600, with no stalling from the bidders—an impressive result for a beautifully detailed piece.
Coalport in Full Bloom
This Coalport figure group ‘The Flower Seller’ designed by Sue McGarrigle, bloomed way beyond expectations, selling for £4,000- well over its high estimate of £1,400. Limited to just 250 editions, it was a true floral masterpiece and an instant hit among collectors.
Humming with Excitement
The buyer of this Minton Pâte sur Pâte two-handled gilded vase must have been humming with excitement after winning this stunning piece. Featuring enamelled hummingbirds and intricate floral decorations, the vase fetched £3,200—three times its top estimate. It’s safe to say this result flapped right out of expectations!
Moorcroft Vase Spices Things Up
The William Moorcroft Flambe Ginger Jar in the Claremont design, c1920, with original Sterling Silver mounts by Gorham Mfg. Co., was certainly a flame in the auction, reaching an impressive £3,200. Its unusual design and the striking flambe glaze added a unique spice to the auction, mush-room for only one lucky bidder to walk away with this rare piece!
A Royal Opportunity
A box of eight full sovereigns, comprising three Edward VII and five George V sovereigns, with varying dates, achieved a superb total hammer price of £3,200. This lot certainly offered a golden opportunity for those looking to add to their collection.
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