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They did this to avoid the perils of travel and (after 1784) to escape paying duty in a region where a heathy distain for the Hanoverians persisted well into the 19 th century. Currently some 30 ...

The most viewed stories on this website over the last week included news of an Old Master making over 40 times estimate ...

The Toronto Toronto Antiquarian Book Fair is a literary magnet for collectors, librarians, archivists, scholars, academics and dealers. The 2024 Toronto Antiquarian Book Fair is taking place September ...

London firm Charles Ede is expanding its repertoire and has brought in James Richards to launch its new approach which ...

Air gunner Sergeant Derrick John Allen was returning from an operation to Dusseldorf when his Lancaster was attacked several times – forcing the crew to bail. A Conspicuous Gallantry Medal (Flying) ...

The two-day sale at Adam Partridge in Macclesfield includes seven works by John Bellany (1942-2013). Purchased directly from the artist’s wife, they formed part of the seminal exhibition held at ...

Seeking a Thatcher-era neon lycra bodystocking? 1970s kaftan? Maybe you want something 'very demure, very mindful'. Matthew ...

A descendent of Edward Stanley, 14th Earl of Derby, who was Prime Minister three times in the 1850s and 1860s, consigned an extraordinary autograph album for sale at Chiswick Auctions. As part of a ...

Once world-famous for its array of antique dealers, Portobello Road loses yet another historic arcade.

Christie’s is to return to the classic car market following an agreement to acquire Gooding & Company. The new business, that Christie’s says will boost its leadership in luxury goods sector, will be ...

The most viewed stories on this website over the last week included news of auctioneer Catherine Southon moving to new premises with a permanent saleroom.