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Let Potteries Auctions Handle Your House Clearance

We’re always happy to help you auction your items, even if it means travelling considerable distances. Read on to find out more about all the different sorts of items from house clearances all over the UK that can be consigned to auction with us.

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Highlights from our April 2023 Antique & Collectors Auction

Take a look at some of the sale highlights that fetched a good price at our April 2023 Antique & Collectors auction, including a large selection of 20th-century British pottery, jewellery, militaria and more.

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How Well Does Ercol Furniture Sell at Auction?

Ercol furniture is an enduring and popular furniture brand. Take a look as we highlight some of the best pieces sold recently at our December sale, and delve into a brief history of the Ercol company.

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Changes to our Auction Schedules

We’re excited to let you know what’s coming soon, plus a few changes we’re making! Let’s take a look at our upcoming auctions, starting from April.

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Highlights from our March 2023 Cobridge Auction

Take a look through the highlights of our most recent Cobridge auction, including the likes of Royal Doulton, Wade, Spode, De Lamerie china, Chesterfield furniture and more.

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How to Buy and Sell Collectible Vintage Alcohol at Auction

Got a shelf of alcohol bottles collecting dust? Did you know you could be sitting on some serious cash? Vintage and collectible alcohol can be popular at auction, so it’s time to dust off the tipple and see if it’s a winner at auction for you!

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Highlights from our March 2023 Fine Art Sale

Take a look at some of the sale highlights that fetched a good price at our March Fine Art sale, including a large selection of rare British pottery, oil paintings, coins, books and more.

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The Profile of a Collector: Mike Maunder

Our next few auctions feature a wonderful large collection of Carlton Ware pieces, all from a single vendor. The collector parting with the pieces, Mike Maunder, is a fascinating person - here’s the story of a charismatic and prolific collector.

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Wade Ceramics: The End of an Era

A cold, dark Monday morning in January saw a bittersweet moment come to pass, with members of the Potteries Auctions team visiting the premises of the now former Wade Ceramics Ltd.

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Carlton Ware’s Earliest Ranges & A Preview of Upcoming Carlton Ware Pieces at Auction

One of the many iconic manufacturers within the locality of the Potteries, Carlton Ware – originally Wiltshaw & Robinsons – endured for many years. They produced a wide variety of popular ranges and patterns from the company’s inception in 1890...

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