Plymouth Auction Rooms will present a remarkably preserved and eerie piece of WWII history in an upcoming auction: a Nazi ensign flag hoisted on the first captured British merchantman after Germany’s surrender. It once adorned the 897-ton Ellerman Wilson Steamship…
Plymouth Auction Rooms is gearing up for the extraordinary unveiling of two captivating 19th-century portraits with significant familial ties. The highlight of the upcoming auction is a striking likeness of Thomas Washington, whose portrait bears an intriguing resemblance to the…
Nottingham Forest Football Club won the 1921-22 Second Division with the aid of outside right professional footballer Sid Gibson (1899-1938). For his efforts the club awarded him a fine gold pocket watch beautifully inscribed to him by the club. This…
Plymouth Auction Rooms is honoured to announce an extraordinary upcoming sale on the 18th of June, featuring a collection of personal possessions belonging to Major Lewis Andrew Stuck. This remarkable collection offers a poignant glimpse into the life and legacy…
An inspiring and fascinating collection of Swimming memorabilia spanning the industrious career of -Plymouth born- Helen Yate has been consigned to Plymouth Auction Rooms. Helen was regarded as the best all-round swimmer in the country of her day. She began…
A rare and remarkable piece of history that uniquely intertwines the worlds of football and organised crime will be presented at auction in an exciting upcoming sale. Plymouth Auction Rooms will be auctioning a letter written in May of 1971,…
An exciting collection of original works by British Contemporary Artist, Kurt Jackson will be presented for sale at Plymouth Auction Rooms next month. This private collection of four typical works was purchased by a local Cornish collector from the artist’s…
It’s not often that you see original paintings by Plymouth’s own Beryl Cook on the market. Collectors will be keen to learn about a fine oil paintings that has been consigned to the next art auction at Plymouth Auction Rooms….
If you’re a fan of royal history and furniture design, you might recognize the stylish chair that’s been consigned here in Plymouth as one of the ‘Red Chairs’ from the Prince of Wales’ Investiture. These chairs were created specifically for…
At Plymouth Auction Rooms, the discovery of a vintage rowing paddle trophy from the esteemed Clare College has ignited a buzz among collectors and history enthusiasts alike. Unearthed amidst a house clearance, this paddle stands as a testament to the…
An exciting original painting by revered British artist Olwyn Bowey (b.1936) titled ‘The Artist’s Greenhouse – Seedheads and Tortoiseshell Butterfly‘ will be presented for sale at Plymouth Auction Rooms. Bowey pursued her education at the West Hartlepool School of Art…
Timed auctions, a modern twist on traditional bidding, offer a myriad of benefits from the perspective of our team at Plymouth Auction Rooms. Embracing this digital evolution has not only streamlined the auction process but has also expanded our reach…
