Looking to upgrade your decor this spring? We have a great range of furniture from across several different historical periods coming up for auction as part of our March Fine Art Sale. Choosing to buy your antique furniture at auction is a more cost-effective, sustainable and rewarding way to add unique, high-quality pieces with lasting value to your home. So why not check out some of the fabulous furniture we have coming up for auction next month and pick up a potential bargain?
This 19th-century upholstered piano stool is set to sell for £40-£80. With even the most basic of piano stools having a similar RRP, and often costing far more, why not spend that money on an antique piano stool that’s finely crafted and far more unique?
This 1950s Draper Haberdashery Cabinet comes with an estimated sale price of £300-£600. Perfect for any craft room, or even just as an interesting storage solution. Similar pieces on the market often come with a price tag in the £1,000s, so to snag this lot for its estimate would be an absolute steal.
Another upcoming piece in our Fine Art auction is this Brass and Veneer Marquetry Games Table. Whether you are a tabletop game enthusiast or just in the market for a multi-purpose side table, this charming piece is looking to sell for around £200-£400.
This lot of four 19th-century Elm and Yew Windsor Armchairs has an estimate of £60-£120. Considering that just a single chair can often sell from a retailer for hundreds of pounds, you’d be crazy to miss out on a potential bargain like this for your dining room!
This charming, ornate George III-style Ho Ho Bird Bevelled Glass Mirror is set to sell for between just £30-£60.
This delightful Georgian Oak Dresser comes with an estimate of £150-£300. It would make a great addition to any dining room, and for just a fraction of the price compared to similar pieces on the antiques market right now!
Why not pair the last piece with this matching Georgian Oak Hall Table? It comes with an estimated sale price of £60-£120.
Or perhaps the Victorian era is more your thing? This Victorian Jacobean-Revival Dresser is set to sell for £200-£400. The fitted clock in the centre makes it a brilliant statement piece!
Another piece of Victorian furniture, this Victorian Work & Sewing Table will be going under the hammer with an estimate of £30-£60. This fun lot would make an excellent side table in a living room or bedroom.
10 Reasons to Buy Your Antique Furniture at Auction
- Unique and high-quality pieces – Auctions provide access to rare, well-crafted furniture that is often not available in regular retail stores. Many antiques are made from high-quality materials and showcase superior craftsmanship compared to modern, mass-produced furniture.
- Competitive pricing – Unlike antique dealers who add markups, auction prices are determined by bidding. This allows our buyers to potentially secure valuable pieces at a lower cost than in traditional stores.
- Investment potential – Antique furniture can appreciate in value over time, making it a smart financial investment. Well-preserved and desirable pieces may yield significant returns in the future.
- Sustainable and eco-friendly – Choosing second-hand furniture reduces the demand for new production, supporting sustainability efforts by promoting reuse and reducing waste.
- Historical and aesthetic appeal – Antique furniture adds charm, character and history to a space, and can often serve as a conversation starter with guests.
- Variety and selection – Our auctions offer a diverse range of styles, periods and origins, giving buyers access to an extensive selection of unique furniture pieces to suit different tastes.
- Potential for discoveries – You may uncover hidden gems, rare pieces or undervalued furniture that can turn out to be significantly more valuable than initially expected.
- Transparency and authenticity – We provide detailed descriptions and expert assessments, making sure our buyers are confident in the authenticity and quality of their purchases.
- Exciting and engaging experience – Participating in an auction is an exhilarating process that allows you to engage in competitive bidding, making the buying experience more fun and rewarding.
- Customisation and restoration opportunities – Many antique pieces have the potential to be restored or repurposed to fit modern needs, allowing you to blend history with contemporary design while maintaining the furniture’s integrity.
How to Buy Second-Hand Furniture at Auction
At Potteries Auctions, we hold regular auctions across our two saleroom sites – Silverdale and Cobridge – every month. We also hold specialist Fine Art sales that normally take place across several days, with the next one being in March where we will be selling all of the above pieces.
Check out our upcoming auctions and scroll through the online catalogues we have available to see if something catches your eye, or subscribe to our newsletter to stay updated on all the best upcoming lots.
If you have any questions, or are looking for something specific, then please don’t hesitate to get in touch with our friendly, knowledgeable team who are more than happy to help. Email us on enquiries@potteriesauctions.com, or call us on +44 (0)1782 638100 Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm.