An amusing and heartwarming presence has lumbered its way into Plymouth Auction Rooms. Elmer, ‘Compass Rosie’ is a delightful sculpture of an elephant painted by Anne-Marie Byrne and inspired by the children’s book illustrated by the late artist David McKean….
Have you every wondered about the date or value of the that Oriental vase or carving. Or perhaps you have inherited some Chinese silver or a painting? With some remarkable values being achieving at auction for Asian works of art…
Ecclesiastical collectors with a taste for history will have an opportunity to bid artifacts from highest realm of the Church of England, the Archbishop of Canterbury. The collection of two crosses and a crucifix cross rosary belonged to and was…
“one of the finest diamond rings we’ve seen for some time” enthuses auctioneer Paul Keen about a stunning solitaire engagement ring that is coming up for auction this month. There is often a good choice of lovely diamonds rings at…
Accessorise in regal style with this spectacular reproduction of Royal proportions. An impressive replica of the late queen Elizabeth II’s Williamson Diamond brooch is to be sold at auction via Plymouth Auction Rooms. The original version of this beautiful piece…
Whisky is a hot collectable at auction these days. Demands have soared in recent years as young investors and established collectors take advantage of collections arriving at auction. Whether you’re just beginning your collection or seeking to expand it, then…
It may have been the complimentary mince pies and mulled wine that got the bidders worked up at this week’s auction or probably just the fascinating array of collectables on offer. The 360-lot auction was almost a near sell out…
Classic photographs of the ‘bright young things’ of the 1920s-30s and local artworks will be coming up for auction at a very special sale in Plymouth on the 5th of December. An archive of work has been consigned to sale…
A fascinating set of World War II medals awarded to brave Plymouth serviceman William George Tooley – Hawkins have been consigned to auction by his local family. Born and raised in Plymouth, ‘Bill’, entered the service at just 15 years…
Plymouth Auctions has successfully sold a collection of early original drawings by the late artist Robert Lenkiewicz to benefit the Homeless charity, Shelter. The drawings raised a total of £490 for the charity, and were donated by an old friend…
As storm Ciaran blasts through the Westcountry and many are hunkered down in the dry and warmth perhaps there is one thing that may brighten up this time of year. A dazzling array of jewellery. Diamond rings set in clusters,…
A collection of personal early drawings by Robert Lenkiewicz have been donated to Plymouth Auction Rooms by Tarun Bedi, to benefit a homeless charity. While at the Royal Academy Schools in London, Robert Lenkiewicz met fellow student, Tarun Bedi and…
