Antiques Trade Gazette 26-03-12

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Thursday 12 March 2026
Morning briefing for buyers and sellers of art & antiques

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Art Market Report
Optimistic outlook: Global art market returns to growth but sales remain below 2022 peak
The art market grew 4% in 2025 with an estimated $59.6bn of global sales. The rise follows two consecutive years of declining values. READ MORE

Jewellery
Holbeinesque: Examples inspired by Northern Renaissance art bring demand at auction
Historicist jewels from the Victorian era shine in Chislehurst saleroom. READ MORE

Ceramics
Studio pottery: Demand for the personal collection of Michael Hunt
Michael Hunt. who ran the New Craftsman Gallery in St Ives, auctioned 85 lots of his impressive collection of Cornish art including this slipware jug by Sam Haile (1909-48). READ MORE

Books
First edition: Agatha Christie signature helps Hercule Poirot novel soar to 20 times estimate
A 1943 first edition copy of Five Little Pigs signed for Agatha Christie's housekeeper drew serious demand in a Chippenham auction. READ MORE

Image: Loraine Bodewes

Fairs
News: Belgian railway strikes mean travellers plan alternative routes for TEFAF Maastricht preview
Transport strikes in Belgium are causing difficulties for some travellers trying to make it to the opening preview of TEFAF Maastricht this year. FULL STORY

ALSO TODAY:

Dedicated Indian subcontinent auction makes its debut READ MORE
Petworth gallery focuses on 20th century artworks READ MORE
ATG's in-depth guide to export licences READ MORE
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