14 Dec
Christian McCann Auctions
Silver inlaid antique rifles make interesting Christmas presents
A rare collection of silver inlaid antique rifles should bring militaria buffs running when the hammer falls for the first time from noon Sunday December 14 at Christian McCann Auctions 426 Burnley Street, Richmond.
The auction has something for everyone and many of the items will make ideal Christmas presents as the festive season gets into full swing.
There are major bronze and marble sculptures and an original 19th century cast iron cherub fountain.
12 Dec
Youngs
Shop floor accident leads to sterling silver decanter prize
There is nothing like an interesting historical tale to spark auction goers’ interest in a particular item and the forthcoming Young’s Auctions sale from 9.30am Friday December 12 at 229 Camberwell Road, East Hawthorn is no exception.
One of the items is an 1806 engraved sterling silver decanter holder that was presented in 1816 to a Dr Hallion – the ship’s doctor on one of the ships transporting convicts to the Australian penal colonies.
11 Dec
Menzies Art Brands
Iconic art for charity auction goers
Leading Australian art auction house Menzies has launched itself into the charity auction market by supporting Arthritis and Osteoporosis Victoria (A&OV) in its Art for Arthritis fundraising efforts as part of the company’s final fine art sale for the year.
Several iconic Australian paintings will be on offer when the auctioneer raises his hammer for the first time at 6.30pm on Thursday December 11 at 1 Darling Street, South Yarra.
11 Dec
Leonard Joel
Leonard Joel holds its first musical instruments auction
An inaugural musical instrument sale featuring several valuable violins, guitars and woodwind instruments will add yet another string to the auction house bow of Leonard Joel from 1pm Thursday December 11 at 33 Malvern Road, South Yarra.
The instruments date from an early 19th century boxwood and ivory flute by H. Wrede, violin bows by W.E. Hill and Son and a cello attributed to Joseph Thomas Klotz of Mittenwald to the a 1930s near mint condition resonator guitar by Dobro.
10 Dec
Sothebys Australia
Iconic jewellery pieces will set auction goers hearts thumping
A magnificent collection of designer and iconic pieces from Cartier, Rolex and Tiffany & Co will be the highlight of Sotheby’s Australia jewellery auction from 5.30pm Wednesday December 10 at the Intercontinental Sydney 117 Macquarie Street, Sydney.
A major feature is an impressive 18-carat white gold and diamond Allegra demi-parture from Bulgari, comprising an articulated choker and bracelet designed as a series of baton-shaped links.
Together, the diamonds weigh approximately 25.80 carats and the piece carries a catalogue estimate of $180,000-$220,000.
10 Dec
Steve Graham Auctioneer
Assumption College Kilmore gives up its treasures
Assumption College Kilmore has this year begun a new era with the opening of a purpose built state of the art boarding facility.
Gone are the traditional dormitories – replaced by three houses accommodating a total of 76 students.
Senior students now have their own rooms while juniors share two or four to a room.
Staff are accommodated in the house they supervise and large recreation and common areas, along with landscaped outdoors, are an important feature.
09 Dec
Mossgreen
Unusual exhibition stamps top auction drawcard
A collection of stamps and postal history on annotated exhibition pages – awarded a silver medal at the 2013 Tel Aviv Multinational Stamp Exhibition – should bring philatelists running at Mossgreen’s forthcoming Stamps, Coins and Postal History auction from 1pm Tuesday December 9 at 126-130 High Street, Armadale.
The collection contains 64 complete exhibition sheets and covers stamps and covers issued during 1918, Jerusalem I, II and III stamps and Somerset House and Waterlow printings issued to the end of 1921 – and carries a catalogue estimate of $20,000-$25,000.
09 Dec
EJ Ainger
Egyptian iron and marble furniture an enthusiasts delight
A consignment from Egypt of fabulous Egyptian iron and marble outdoor furniture is the highlight of E.J. Ainger’s weekly sale from 9.30am Tuesday December 9 at 433 Bridge Road, Richmond.
The auction also contains decorative mirrors and many decorative French Louis-style pieces and smaller items of interest.
Many of the items are from estates and homes throughout Melbourne and the Bellarine Peninsula and include antique and leather furnishings, genuine woollen pattern rugs, ceiling lights, porcelain and Victorian coloured glassware.
08 Dec
Philips Auctions
Christmas comes early at jewellery auction
A range of quality and exciting jewellery that would make ideal Christmas presents will be on offer to buyers at Philips Auctions forthcoming jewellery sale from 6pm Monday December 8 at 47 Glenferrie Road, Malvern.
While many of the items carry estimates of several thousands of dollars, still more are estimated at only hundreds of dollars.
Typical of the jewellery on offer is a stunning art deco diamond double brooch/jabot pin handcrafted and signed by Draysons of London.
07 Dec
Philips Auctions
Wine, motorcycles and silver to excite auction goers
Wine lovers will be thrilled at the comprehensive collection of Penfolds Cabernet Sauvignon Bin 707 being offered at Philips Auctions forthcoming sale from noon Sunday December 7 at 47 Glenferrie Road, Malvern.
Of various vintages from 2004 to 2010, the wine is part of single collection and is the third in as many months to be sold by Philips Auctions.
Unusual for the auction house is the 1996 Harley Davidson Dyna Wide Glide convertible motorcycle in the rooms ready for inspection.
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