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A contemporary eye – five striking modern pictures at upcoming auction

Each week plenty of Modern and Contemporary artworks appear at auctions all over world.

Fine Art
Charles Keeping lithograph

The human face: Five fascinating portraits at upcoming fine art auction

The sale at Parker Fine Art Auctions on November 7 will include 300 lots of pictures, 100 frames and also a library of art books which have come from a deceased artist’s studio.

Fine Art
Chinese snuff bottle

Back into the light: Chinese art collection comes out of storage and heads to auction block

A large collection of Chinese art which has been held in storage for a century is being offered at auction house Roseberys.

Asian Art
Johannes Andersen sideboard

Eye for design: decorate your home with an eyecatching piece at auction

Auctions are a great place to buy furnishings with a distinctive design or eyecatching look.

Furniture
Byzantine Gold Enamel Earrings

Six standout items from Apollo Art Auction’s upcoming Fine Ancient Art & Antiquities sale

With the upcoming sale at Apollo Art Auctions including pieces from two large collections, here’s your own chance to own a bit of history

A sword once owned by Tsar Nicholas II of Russia

Tsar's sword comes to auction

A Caucasian presentation shashka sword that once belonged to Nicholas II of Russia will be offered for sale at Apollo Art Auctions on October 12-13.

Collectables
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Elaborate Italian Renaissance armour to be sold at Apollo Art Auctions

The armour is part of Apollo Auction’s Fine Ancient Art & Antiquities sale and carries an estimate of £600,000-£1.2m.

Collectables
Platinum Pearl Earrings

Five highlights from Lots Road’s upcoming fine art and luxury sale

The auction includes antique and contemporary furniture, paintings, works of art, designer handbags and accessories, carpets and rugs

Fine Art
Export Silver Spittoon

Making its mark: Seeing Chinese export silver from a new perspective

The Gerard collection of Chinese export silver comes for sale at Chiswick Auctions on October 9.

Decorative Art