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16 January 2026 Friday briefing for buyers and sellers of art & antiques

News Discovery: Portrait attributed to Rubens to be unveiled at BRAFA A sketch believed to be the work of Flemish master Peter Paul Rubens (1577-1640), and which contains a distinctive second face, is to be offered at the BRAFA fair this month. READ MORE
Sporting memorabilia Football: Original drawing for the FA Cup comes to auction A drawing giving a first glimpse of the now instantly recognisable trophy from the oldest national football competition in the world will be offered at auction next month. READ MORE
International Collectables: Early Christmas cards deliver festive cheer at 50 times estimate Some remarkable examples of Victorian papercraft led to some festive cheer and a surprised vendor when a mixed lot of 20 Christmas cards drew intense competition at a US auction. READ MORE
Feature Landmarks: Major anniversaries in 2026 from Constable's birth to the world’s first telephone call Here is a list of major anniversaries in 2026 that may prompt a spike in interest and perhaps buying activity in art, antiques and historical documents. READ MORE
Dealers Curious curios: New owners for two antiques centres Two dealers are celebrating the New Year by taking on the ownership of antiques centres in the Lake District and Glasgow. READ MORE

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