Potteries Auctions have officially set two new auction house records, breaking the highest hammer total in a single day at £320,000, and the most expensive lot sold at £49,000. Valuer Roderick Gibson with the star of the show, the 2021 fine gold .999 1 kilo coin commemorating the late Queen’s 95th birthday Roderick Gibson who …
At Potteries Auctions, we’re privileged to encounter unique and fascinating valuables from around the globe, especially during our house clearance endeavours. Over the years, we’ve uncovered a vast array of items in our house clearances, from Russian silver spoons and South African Krugerrands to a WWII German U-Boat clock and even Honduran cigars. However, our …
Wade Ceramics Ltd, a company whose roots can be traced back over 200 years, was the latest major name in the world of pottery to fall into administration. If you think your Wade pottery is worth nothing now though, you would be mistaken! The Wade factory premises at Festival Park, Etruria, in 2011. (Credit: thepotteries.org) …
Rare Royal Doulton figures continue to hold a genuine allure for buyers, with a diverse range of collectible pieces that regularly achieve high prices at auction. Examples from the 1920s and 30s in particular attract significant interest; their quality, rarity and age being significant factors. There’s also the association with royal endorsement to be considered, …
Robert “Mouseman” Thompson furniture is well-known for its traditional styling, excellent build quality and, of course, his ubiquitous carved mouse trademark. Robert ‘Mouseman’ Thompson’s trademark carved mouse. (Credit: easyliveauction.com) Rejecting modern techniques, Thompson championed traditional construction methods, favouring the adze as his tool of choice. Carrying these ideals forward, he built a business that continues …
Our May 2024 Antique & Collectors auction saw a gleaming collection of 9ct and 18ct gold jewellery, pottery and collectibles going under the hammer. Here’s our top 10 picks: Knot Ring Not Ignored We’re always on the lookout for great pieces of gold jewellery like this. This wonderful 18ct gold knot ring snagged the attention …
Our April 2024 Antique & Collectors auction was a resounding success, offering a stunning range of items. Including a stellar selection of timepieces, here’s our top-performing lots: A Pocketful of Time An exquisite and ornate piece with a gold dial, this 18ct gold 19th century pocket watch with key exhibited a captivating allure and wound …
Enamel boxes such as those made by Moorcroft Enamels, Halcyon Days and others are highly sought-after and collectible items, owed in no small part to the time and skill it takes to produce one. The Process Copper blanks, after pressing. (Credit: www.halcyondays.co.uk) To begin with, thin copper sheets are pressed into shape. They are then …
Doris Brown’s Beginnings Doris Brown (1933-2023), renowned and talented watercolour artist and teacher, showed an interest and an aptitude for art from a young age. At just five years old, her father entered a painting she had made into a children’s art competition. The painting, which was of a large galleon, won first prize, but …
Advertising collectables have been around for centuries. Harking back to a bygone era, they can instil a sense of nostalgia, or serve as a decorative, yet charming connection to the past. Either way, they have been attracting interest from collectors, redecorators and brand enthusiasts. Some even realise incredible prices at auction. Considered the ‘Holy Grail’ …
This gorgeous 19th Century Meissen mantle clock will be featured, with an estimate of £5,000-£6,000. Lot 268. The clock is ticking down to our first Fine Art auction of the year, with a stunning variety of items to be offered in our March Rare Ceramics, Jewellery & Collectables Auction, featuring a superlative collection of Royal …
It’s still early in the year, and spring is about to arrive, so why not give your antique furniture the refresh it needs with Potteries Auctions? This Edwardian glazed double fronted display cabinet sold for £420 in a recent Antique Furniture & Collectors sale Giving your interior a new lease of life can be a …
This Lot of three Shelley Mode shape trios, together with an Eve shape trio, will be featured in our February Antique & Collectors auction. Lot 499A, estimate £100-£150 We have some fantastic items coming up in this month’s Antique & Collectors auction. Fancy treating yourself to a new watch? Feel like your home interior needs …
2023 was an amazing year for us – we held an array of fantastic sales, and were privileged to sell a variety of fabulous local artefacts, premium high-value items and unique and rare pieces. We even achieved our best-performing auction in our history! Going into 2024, we are delighted to be selling vintage Rolexes and …
As an auction house based in the heart of the Potteries in Stoke-on-Trent, we are proud to have 20th century art for sale from local artists, and continue to look for more. Read on for some details about the artists’ works we sell. The Burslem School of Art: a place synonymous with northern art. (Credit: …
The New Year beckons, and with it comes an opportunity to spruce up your home with some quality furniture items. January 2024 at Potteries Auctions promises a wonderful collection of 19th Century, Victorian and Edwardian antique furniture for sale. Lot 479 in our January 12th Antique & Collectors auction is this lovely heavily carved glazed …
Our last premium sale of the year saw over 2,200 lots go under the hammer, with some incredible prices achieved for expensive jewellery, pottery and more. Starting with the wonderful selection of paintings and pictures that were offered, these comprised a variety of oil paintings, watercolours, prints and more. Included in particular were a number …
At our Cobridge saleroom in Stoke-on-Trent, our second General Auction this month boasts a plethora of ceramics and pottery for sale. Included will be an abundance of dinner and tea ware, among which will be a good selection of Shelley China. To be featured with an estimate of £100-£200, Lot 73 is this collection of …
Collecting coins can be a highly rewarding experience. Their diversity in age, currency and denomination can make for a fascinating hobby, as well as being a great potential for investment, given the ability for rare and special coins to appreciate over time. As a financial investment, rare and collectible coins are less-influenced by market trends. …
We sell De Lamerie China, Crystal and Silverware crafted in Stoke-on-Trent and loved by collectors worldwide. To be featured in our November Fine Art auction, Lot 1070 is a fine set of four Samarkand pattern dinner plates, with an estimate of £80-£160. De Lamerie Fine Bone China utilises designs and moulds by, or inspired by, …
Robert ‘Mouseman’ Thompson, known for his iconic mouse signature and exquisite 20th century oak furniture, remains a celebrated figure whose legacy continues to captivate art and woodworking enthusiasts alike. Robert ‘Mouseman’ Thompson at work in his workshop. (Credit: robertthompsons.co.uk) Who Was Robert ‘Mouseman’ Thompson? Born on 7th May 1876, Robert Thompson lived in Kilburn, North …
We are accustomed to seeing rare Royal Doulton figures in our sales, ranging from Jesters to Jockeys. Take a look at the valuable Doulton figures we have in our next sale. How Can You Spot a Rare Royal Doulton Figure? To start with, limited edition pieces, denoted by corresponding markings to the base, are likely …
Royal Crown Derby is one of the oldest remaining English ceramics manufacturers, based in Osmaston Road, Derby. The company is known for its high-quality bone china and has been producing tableware and ornamental ware since 1750. Through their ranges of products and patterns, the Royal Crown Derby name has become synonymous with quality and desirability. …
A portrait photograph of Jack Simcock (Credit: jacksimcock.com) The Rise of Simcock Jack Simcock was born in 1929 to a mining family in Biddulph, Staffordshire. After attending the Junior Technical School in Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent and then working in the drawing office of a coalmining machinery design and manufacturing company, he was conscripted into the army …
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