Antiques Trade Gazette 26-06-18

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Thursday 18 June 2026
Morning briefing for buyers and sellers of art & antiques

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Art Market
News: Hockney sketch quadruples estimate in auction held two days after artist’s death
A rare and early mixed media sketch by David Hockney (b.1937-2026), made when he was just 19, brought notable competition at Tennants’ latest sale. READ MORE

Ceramics
Recovery: Missing Royal Doulton finials by Arts & Crafts sculptor fly home after fundraising appeal
Two decorative sculptures of blackbirds that once sat atop washing line posts in a north London housing estate have returned home following a fundraising campaign launched by a local museum. FULL STORY

Books
Saints or sinners? A copy of 1631 bible containing jaw-dropping mistakes takes over 85-times estimate
The 1631 ‘Sinners’ or ‘Wicked’ bible contains the most famous example of bible errata: the unfortunate omission of the word ‘not’ in the seventh commandment ‘Thou shalt not commit adultery’. READ MORE

Museums
Sell-off: Wave of interest as RAF Museum de-accessions items
A group of 70 lots consigned by The RAF Museum in Hendon, north London to a Gloucestershire sale included training models. READ MORE

Fairs
Burgeoning brocantes: From castle lawns to market squares
Organiser Cherish Vintage plans three events across west Kent and west Sussex this summer. READ MORE

ALSO TODAY:

Escher sends birds and bidders into a flap READ MORE
Maltese connection makes the difference in militaria READ MORE
Helmet, goggles and gas mask soar way above estimate READ MORE
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