the Albert Memorial
organised The International Fine Art & Antique Dealers Show in New York for over 20 years, and from the Big Apple come Japanese specialist Erik Thomsen Asian Art and Jane Kahan Gallery with 20th century art, particularly tapestries and ceramics by Léger, Picasso and Chagall; and The Silver Fund from San Francisco. European dealers include Parisian
Above: this silver sculpture is almost certainly the model of Eos, Prince Albert’s favourite greyhound, given to him by Queen Victoria on his 21st birthday in 1840. The Garrard ledger records on July 27, 1840, “A model of a greyhound in silver on a black stand – 40oz – £42 5s”, followed by the entry for modelling by Edmund Cotterill, who ran Garrards’ design studio. The 8½in (22cm) high, 39oz silver fi gure is one of a number of depictions of Eos – he was immortalised in several portraits by Sir Edwin Landseer as well as on inkstands and paperweights and, after the greyhound’s death in 1843, Albert commissioned a life-size bronze model from John Francis, which sits in the grounds of Osborne House on the Isle of Wight. The Art Antiques London marquee is right next to the Albert Memorial and, fi ttingly, J.H. Bourdon Smith will offer Eos for sale at the fair, with an asking price “in the low six fi gures”.
21st centuries); Abbott and Holder (paintings, drawings and prints from 1750 to the present day); and Guy Peppiatt (18th and 19th century British watercolours and drawings). Samina Inc (Indian jewellery),
specialists Rowntree Clark of London; Jenna Burlingham from Hampshire; and London’s The Mathaf Gallery, who specialise in 19th century Orientalist paintings. These art dealers join regular
exhibitors including London galleries Rountree Fine Art (sporting, maritime and wildlife art from the 18th to
Adrian Sassoon (British studio ceramics and 18th century Sèvres), W Agnew and Co. (sculpture and works of art), Ted Few (antiques and works of art), Lucas Rarities (jewellery) and E. & H. Manners (ceramics), who are all based in London, all reported strong sales after Art Antiques London 2011 and so return this year. The Haughtons have, of course,
Antiques & Interiors To include the property of a lady of title
Thursday 14 June at 10am
Viewing Wednesday 13 June, 10am-7pm, Sale day from 8am
We provide valuations, with a view to sale, without
charge. To arrange a no obligation valuation with our auctioneer and valuer David Elstob MA, call 01833 690545 or e-mail
david@addisons-auctioneers.co.uk
A pair of large Royal Doulton vases £250-350
www.addisons-auctioneers.co.uk
The Auction Rooms, Staindrop Road, Barnard Castle, Co. Durham, DL12 8TD
Tel: 01833 690545 Fax: 01833 638567 Email:
info@addisons-auctioneers.co.uk
Addisons Auctioneers and Valuers
Rosewood open shelf, circa 1920
Assorted camphor chests, circa 1930
www.phillipsantiques.com
Brass bracket with shades, modern
Indian Mercantile Mansions, Madame Cama Road, Mumbai 400 001, India Tel: 91-22-2202 0564 Fax: 91-22-2202-5579
issa@phillipsantiques.com
dealers Christophe Perles (porcelain); Dragesco-Cramoisan (ceramics, glass and enamels); and Martin du Louvre (Modern and contemporary art and sculpture); alongside Daniela Kumpf Kunsthandel from Germany (ceramics, glass and enamels).
www.haughton.com
This may seem unlikely, but
members of American pop sensation the Scissor Sisters will be putting in an appearance at Art Antiques London. Jake Shears and Babydaddy of the
American band will be performing at this year’s Party in the Park, a cocktail party followed by a dinner and charity auction in aid of the type 1 diabetes charity JDRF, held in the 1851 restaurant at the fair on the evening of June 12. Star lots in the auction include
a private performance by Florence and the Machine, a guitar signed by Shakira, centre court tickets to the women’s fi nal at Wimbledon and an 0.79ct cushion cut diamond in a custom mount of 18ct white or yellow gold donated by Lucas Rarities, one of the fair’s exhibitors. All proceeds will to go to JDRF. So, if you fancy perusing some
early Worcester before throwing some shapes to I Don’t Feel Like Dancing or Filthy/Gorgeous, tickets cost £75 for the cocktail reception only (6-8pm) or £300 for the reception and dinner from 8.30pm. For tickets contact 020 7841 3643 or see
www.jdrf.org.uk/partyinthepark
Q
SIMON POWELL Freshfords Antiques, Near Bath
www.freshfords.com
1 What do you do? I deal in fi ne English furniture with a focus on 18th and 19th century pieces. This year we are celebrating our 25th anniversary in business.
2 Do you do any fairs? Yes, I exhibit at many and have yet to sell out at one!
3 What was your fi rst job? Delivering milk on a Saturday morning milk round in the ‘70s. £2.50 for seven hours work, great fun.
4 Best thing about being a dealer? Having the freedom to travel and buying great antiques… oh, and wearing corduroys seven days a week. The worst aspect is being obsessive about fi nding the next good lot.
5 What has been you best buy? Very rare early 18th century Chinese export games table made in Canton in padouk c.1720.
6 What is the biggest threat, in your opinion, to the trade at the moment? British collectors losing confi dence in buying from the trade as Europe faces strong economic challenges.
7 Guiltiest pleasure? Conspicuous clothes.
8 Any advice for those starting out in the trade? Understand and manage your overheads and trust your eye.
9 If you weren’t a dealer, what would you be? A male model… ??
10 Michelin Star or greasy spoon? Fish & chips in newspaper for me.
If you are a dealer and would like to be featured in 10 Questions email
annabrady@atgmedia.com
COLLECTORS CORNER EXPORTS SERVICES FOR INDIVIDUALS/TRADE BUYERS
• Colonial Furniture
• Architectural Items • Lamps / Chandeliers
• Marble Inlaid Table Tops in Semi Precious Stone
• House Interiors
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