Philips Auctions

Auction jewellery makes a great Christmas present

With Christmas only a few months away, buyers are already turning their attention to Christmas presents – and jewellery is always a strong contender, particularly if pieces can be purchased at reasonable auction prices.

Philips Auctions forthcoming jewellery sale, from 6pm Monday September 7 at 47 Glenferrie Road Malvern, is the perfect opportunity to purchase Christmas gifts for wives, partners and girlfriends – or is simply a great place to add to existing collections.

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Philips Auctions

Australian artists feature in Armadale estate auction

An Armadale estate with paintings from the likes of Australian artists 1969 Archibald Prize winner Ray Crooke, Albert Tucker and Bill Coleman should draw the auction crowds to Philips Auctions latest sale from noon Sunday September 6 at 47 Glenferrie Road, Malvern. 

Tucker’s Parrot in burnt landscape is typical of his ongoing fascination with birds during his lifetime and carries a catalogue estimate of $16,000-$20,000.

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Abbeys Auctions

Cameras and gym equipment for photography and fitness buffs

An assortment of cameras and gymnasium equipment are the highlights of Abbeys Auctions weekly sale from 9am Friday September 4 at 480-482a Station Street, Box Hill.

The gym equipment includes mats, dumbbells and free weights.

Abbeys Auctions is preparing for the start of its next online auction, which begins at 7pm Wednesday September 9.

Included in the sale are appliances, toys, clothes and health food products unclaimed through Australia Post.

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Youngs

Massive model train collection a boon for enthusiasts

A massive collection of model trains – all as new and still in their original boxes – continues to be progressively auctioned as part of Young’s Auctions latest weekly sale from 9.30am Friday September 4 at 229 Camberwell Road, East Hawthorn.

The model trains are 10 to 30 years old and feature brand names like Atlas and Powerline. They have been kept under the vendor’s home in circumstances that ensure their excellent condition.

Like its predecessors, this sale features about 30 lots of the model trains and is number 21 in the auction series. 

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EJ Ainger

Model cannon and garden furniture among collectables auction

A model cannon is one of the more unusual items on offer at E.J. Ainger’s latest sale from 9.30am Tuesday September 1 at 433 Bridge Road, Richmond.

The auction features a collection of cast iron garden furniture including benches, tables, chairs, animal ornaments, large urns, plant and hall stands.

Antique furniture from a country property outside Bright in Victoria is another attraction.

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Mossgreen

One of Australia's great collections heads for auction

The late Peter Elliott probably could not have avoided becoming a collector – given that both his parents and grandparents were avid art followers who counted among their friends many of Australia’s established and emerging artists.

These friendships were only strengthened during the 1930s Great Depression as the Elliotts were quick to show their generosity, kindness and support to many a struggling artisan.

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Kim's Auctions

Bulleen collector's antiques go under the hammer

Bulleen collector Miwas Grapsa has sold his house – now the furniture and collectables he has built up over the years must go and Kim’s Auction has been asked to handle the sale on site from 11am Sunday August 30 at 40 Summit Drive, Bulleen.

Clock collectors will have a field day with 50 French, English bronze and marble clock sets set to go under the hammer.

The antique furniture range is extensive and includes a French Louis XV walnut secretaire and an Italian walnut inlaid extension dining table with 10 chairs.

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Abbeys Auctions

Rare Doulton figure heads Abbeys auction

A rare William White 1920 Royal Doulton figure The Coquette wearing a blue dress is a major feature of Abbeys Auctions forthcoming special sale from 10am Saturday August 29 at 480-482a Station Street, Box Hill.

Examples of this extremely rare piece seldom appear on the auction market and are keenly sought after internationally by serious collectors. 

It is listed in the monthly e-magazine Collectables Price Guide Monthly (HN20 The Coquette, blue) at US$7250. 

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Youngs

Weg posters go under the hammer

A collection of Weg posters and other items from the late Herald Sun cartoonist’s estate will be auctioned from 9.30am Friday August 28 by Young’s Auctions 229 Camberwell Road, East Hawthorn.

The collection includes a rare AFL Grand Final poster of the losing team (featuring 2007 runner up Port Adelaide) and the Donald Friend painting Cattle Drinking, estimated at $40,000-$50,000.

Weg always prepared posters for both grand finalists but the caricature of the losing team was never released to the public.

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Leonard Joel

Modern design auction pays tribute to the importance of living

Leonard Joel’s August modern design auction is an enticing collection of 20th century furniture including fast moving 1970s and 1980s trends.

The auction develops the company’s relationship with New Zealand-based Mr Bigglesworthy and features exciting sculptural pieces and restored and carefully sourced Danish and American classics.

This sale, from 6.30pm Thursday August 27 at 333 Malvern Road South Yarra, pays tribute to the fact that today’s living spaces are the most important areas of dwelling and relaxation, both for entertainment and work.

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