Antiques Trade Gazette 26-06-22

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Monday 22 June 2026
The week ahead for buyers and sellers of art & antiques

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UK
News: Dealers lose ivory exemption appeals in a ‘laborious and very costly’ process
The impact of the Ivory Act continues to be felt across the antiques trade as another dealer lost an appeal against the government this month. READ MORE

Auctions
What to buy: Georgian console table features in our weekly pick of five lots
With estimates from £400, here are five previews of items coming up at auction this week including a Georgian console table, a William and Mary bracket clock and a Minton majolica fountain. READ MORE

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Art Market
Paintbrush and cigar: Why Winston Churchill’s paintings have been snubbed by critics but celebrated by the art trade
While Sir Winston Churchill (1874-1965) is undeniably a giant in British history, when it comes to his paintings it would be fair to say that differing perspectives exist. READ MORE

Portrait miniatures
Rediscovery: Mengs self-portrait emerges ready for Classic Art London
A rediscovered self-portrait by a famed Saxon Court enamel miniaturist will be on display for the first time since 1912 at Classic Art London. READ MORE

Regional sales
Watches: Ditisheim watch rated first class in ‘time trials’
The so-called ‘Kew certificates’ were originally intended to highlight the continued excellence of British horology. However, by the first decade of the 20th century it was Swiss watches that dominated. READ MORE

ALSO TODAY:

Our top five web stories including a US dealer buying a London silver specialist READ MORE
News in brief including the death of US auctioneer Robert Sterling Brunk READ MORE
Bid Barometer: top prices and most in-demand lots online READ MORE
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