Antiques Trade Gazette 25-02-14

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14 February 2025
Friday briefing for buyers and sellers of art & antiques

Historical clothing
‘Merveilleuse’ dress: Provocative gown from the 1790s flies to 20 times estimate
An extraordinary competition came for a revealingly styled garment which was offered as part of a collection of Napoleonic and Regency dress at vintage costume specialist Kerry Taylor. READ MORE

Art Market
Old Masters: New York auctions hit by El Greco withdrawal
After Christie's withdrew arguably the star lot of the latest Old Master auction series, Sotheby’s ended up posting the week's highest price which came for an oil sketch by Peter Paul Rubens. READ MORE

International
Bonaparte's pan: Silver with solid provenance to Napoleon commands high sums
Credited with saying “an army marches on its stomach”, Napoleon Bonaparte knew the value of eating well, both at home and on the road. READ MORE

Fairs
Photo special: Buyers hunt bargains at Love Fairs’ Lingfield Racecourse event
With over 100 dealers in attendance, there was something for everyone at Love Fairs latest event at Lingfield Racecourse in Surrey. READ MORE

Dealers
Works on paper: Gallery pitches affordable Mod Brits in new online showcase
Riding the wave of the current fever for works on paper, Modern British Art Gallery is hosting an online show titled 'Master Drawings at Affordable Prices'. READ MORE

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