Antiques Trade Gazette 24-12-04

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Wednesday 04 December 2024
Midweek briefing for buyers and sellers of art & antiques

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News
Barbara Hepworth: Sculpture from ‘pivotal moment’ in career blocked from export
A unique sculpture by Dame Barbara Hepworth (1903-1975) has been blocked from export following its sale at Christie’s in London earlier this year. READ MORE

Models, toys and dolls
Pick of the Week: Bond girl Kissy makes 16 times estimate
It was overshadowed by the James Bond doll when it was released in 1966 and was granted a shorter production run, but the Kissy Suzuki doll from the film 'You Only Live Twice' was star of the show at C&T Auctioneers. READ MORE

Art market
Dod Procter: Portraits at the double indicate growing demand
Over the last decade, portraits from the 1920s by Dod Procter (1891-1972) have become increasingly valuable. READ MORE

Auctions
Sporting memorabilia: Huge football collection kicks off in an auction series
This month enthusiasts can get an auction taster of a sporting archive ranked as among the very best. READ MORE

Advertising
Call of the kitsch: The Maharajah travels the world to promote Air India
Poster specialist Antikbar offered a 10-lot collection of 1960s Air India posters featuring the popular comic ‘Maharajah’ character. READ MORE

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