Arts & Antiques
Contemporary art auction takes place next weekend
McTear’s in Glasgow is set to hold its first Scottish Contemporary Art Auction of the year next weekend. Taking place on Sunday, 19 January, at 1pm, it will feature a varied auction of over 200 pictures including a fine example of John Byrne’s early work, along with pieces by Avril Paton, John Bellany, Peter Howson,…
Read MoreFurniture made for the Royal Family going to auction
Bedside furniture made for Queen Alexandra and her son King George V will be highlights in the Bonhams home and interiors sale in Edinburgh next week. Each estimated at £300-400, the pieces were manufactured by the London firm of Holland and Sons (1803-1943) which made many pieces of furniture for successive members of the Royal…
Read MoreA legacy from Scotland’s maritime past for auction
Sotheby’s is currently offer one of the last remaining examples of the original Stroma Yoles, a style of boat that is a legacy from the days when Vikings lived and ruled in the North of Scotland. ‘Bee’, built in 1904, is currently owned by a charity, The Berwickshire Maritime Trust, who have used her to…
Read MoreAuction offers whisky, watches, art and more
With the clock ticking down to the big day, a Glasgow auctioneer may just have the answer for that classic Christmas question – what do you get the person who has everything? In a series of festive auctions, McTear’s will be offering everything from £25k Macallan whisky and £15k Breitling watches to beautiful artwork and…
Read MoreMacallan Millennium Decanter could go for £25,000
A dram that’s regularly voted as one of the world’s most sought-after and desirable whiskies is going to auction next month. The Macallan Millennium Decanter-50 year old-1949 is to be offered at Bonhams Christmas Whisky Sale in Edinburgh on Wednesday, 10 December carries a pre-sale estimate of £23,000-25,000. The whisky was distilled in January 1949,…
Read MoreA one of a kind piece in 22-carat Scottish Gold
Christie’s will hold an auction of Important Jewels next week, at which bidders will have a unique opportunity to obtain a one-of-a-kind piece created in rare 22-carat Scottish Gold. Edinburgh jewellers and Royal Warrant Holders, Hamilton & Inches, have crafted a cuff bracelet as part of their series of celebratory jewels using the gold, which…
Read MoreScots artist preparing to showcase her work
A Scots artist is preparing to opens her studio for her annual exhibition. This November Glasgow School of Art graduate Lesley Banks is inviting enthusiasts to view her work. Born in 1962, Lesley grew up in Denny, Stirlingshire, and in 1980 began a four year degree course at the School of Art, specialising in drawing…
Read MoreArtistic friends prepare to hold joint show of work
Two Edinburgh artists are presenting a joint show of their work. Christine Gupta’s and Rosie Playfair’s show A Room With Two Views at the Dundas Street Gallery in Edinburgh in December, promises to be loud, bold and daring. With works by these two established Edinburgh-based artists in all sizes and at all prices the show…
Read MoreA celebration of waiters – captured in oil form
We all recognise their silhouette and dresscode – the waiter. Waiters have inspired Glasgow-based artist Cecilia Cardiff, who captures them in oils. Work by this well established painter can be seen in several exhibitions in Scotland, running between now and the end of April 2020. Maggies Art Extravaganza (cancer charity), Discovery Point, Dundee, 3-6 November…
Read MoreEthics and beauty at Scotland’s festival of silver and gold
Elements, Scotland’s festival showcase for the finest gold, silver and jewellery will include collections that combine beauty and exquisite craftsmanship with ethical and environmental issues. The event, which is organised by The Incorporation of Goldsmiths of Edinburgh in partnership with fine art auctioneers Lyon & Turnbull and runs from 8 to 10 November, will feature…
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