Napoleonic War Letter from a French Prisoner of War, Chesterfield connection , framed with

Please note:

During this challenging time for all of us Bamfords are committed to the protection of Bamfords staff and clients from Covid-19. To this end we have implemented new rules with regard to the forthcoming sale. The saleroom is now offering limited viewing of specific items on an appointment only basis. Arrangements for condition enquiries and online and absentee bidding are now in place. Thank you for your continued support and understanding through this difficult time.

Please refer to the Bamfords website for details of delivery of consignments for auction and for collection arrangements.

Condition Statement

Bamfords Auctioneers take great care to ensure that any statements as to attribution, age, date, origin, provenance and condition are reliable and accurate but it should be noted that all such statements are skilled opinions, if provenance (written or historical fact) cannot be produced.    Please note, Bamfords Fine Art Auctioneers do not guarantee that condition reports, whether included in the catalogue, or given at a later time; cover all aspects of an item(s) condition. No guarantee or warranty is issued or given in anyway, either written or verbal and therefore refunds will not be issued on the basis of the Lot not being “in working order”, “incomplete”, or “not in original condition”.  

Bamfords will continue to do written condition reports as a guide but would respectfully ask that you do view in person and satisfy yourself regarding condition particularly where certain aspects of condition are important to them,   Please ensure that you do satisfying yourselves as to the condition, completeness and originality of any Lot prior to making a bid.    An absence of condition in the description does not warrant good condition 

PLEASE NOTE THAT FOR ANY LOT PURCHASED AT BAMFORDS AND PAID FOR OVER THE TELEPHONE USING A VALID PAYMENT CARD WE MUST INSIST THAT IN ORDER TO COLLECT THE ITEMS THE PURCHASER OR AGENT MUST PROVIDE THE ORIGINAL CARD PAYMENT SLIP OR A PHOTOCOPY OF THE SLIP BEFORE THE GOODS WILL BE RELEASED


Buyers Premium is 24.75% + VAT

Lots purchased online with the-saleroom.com will attract an additional charge for this service in the sum of 5.5% of the hammer price plus VAT at the rate imposed

PAYMENT WILL BE COLLECTED FROM THE CARD USED FOR REGISTRATION WITHIN 48 HOURS OF THE PURCHASE.

Please collect items purchased within 48 hours. No in house postage service on fragile items, please contact the auctioneer before purchasing the item in regards to the cost of postage

Buyers please note:  We do not comment on condition in our lot descriptions but It is our policy to offer a full condition report service on items offered for sale at Bamfords. We are happy to comment on the condition of any lot and to take further images and answer specific questions which will be posted to the website to assist in you in making an informed decision to bid.  Please note that all sizes, dimensions and weights are approximate.

Shipping:

Bamfords Auctioneers are happy to suggest carriers for transportation of bulky items. Please contact them directly for further details.