Winter Sales for Lasting Gems

Discovering Historic Treasures: Ewbank’s Winter Fine Auctions

This winter, Ewbank’s Auctioneers will showcase an impressive array of historic furniture, fine art, and investment-grade silver, making it a must-visit event for collectors and enthusiasts alike. The auctions are set against the backdrop of the holiday season, promising a unique opportunity to acquire genuine treasures that span centuries.

A Strong Start to the Auction Program

Ewbank’s has recently concluded a successful opening sale focused on jewellery, watches, and coins, setting a vibrant tone for the upcoming events. The upcoming auctions will extend over two days, with the first focusing on silver, fine art, books, and stamps, while the second will delve into antiques, fine wines, militaria, Asian art, clocks, and historic furniture. These auctions form the heart of Ewbank’s Winter Fine Auctions offering.

Diverse Offerings to Attract Collectors

The December auctions are expected to garner significant attention due to several lots with notable provenance. Many items will attract both seasoned collectors seeking high-quality pieces and casual buyers looking for beautiful decorative items at accessible price points. The variety on display ensures that there’s something for everyone, from specialists looking to complete their collections to novices keen on finding standout pieces for their homes.

Highlighted Works of Fine Art

Among the standout entries in the fine art category is White Flowers by Cecil Kennedy, estimated to fetch between £3,000 and £4,000. This piece boasts a notable history, having been showcased at the Flower Painting Exhibition in Bath in 1953. Additionally, a portrait from 1918 by John St Helier Lander, depicting Walter Trevenen Waldron of the Grenadier Guards, is expected to attract bids between £1,000 and £1,500.

Silver and Decorative Pieces

The first day’s auction will bring forth decorative and investment-grade pieces, such as a George V four-piece tea service by S Blanckensee & Son Ltd, which has an estimated value of £1,000 to £1,400. Collectors will also find a Harrods Kings pattern part canteen from 1989, comprising more than 80 pieces, expected to go for £2,000 to £3,000.

Antique Furniture: A Glimpse into the Past

Friday’s auction shines a spotlight on antique furniture with a centerpiece that’s sure to excite: a Charles I oak refectory table from Gertrude Jekyll’s Munstead Wood home, measuring an impressive 280 cm wide. This historic piece, valued between £800 and £1,200, offers a tangible connection to the collaboration between Jekyll and architect Sir Edwin Lutyens.

Additionally, a James I oak coffer dated 1611, with its unique nulled frieze and panels initialed “R H 16 11,” is also poised for bids between £800 and £1,200. Other decorative offerings include Victorian walnut and inlaid jardinières, a pair of 19th-century salt-glazed pottery models of the Warwick vase, and Italian porcelain jardinières by Mangani.

Antiques and Fine Wines

The auction doesn’t stop at furniture; it also features a stunning 19th-century Swiss cylinder orchestra music box with intricate marquetry inlay, estimated at £400 to £600. Wine aficionados can look forward to a lot that includes nine bottles of Jean Paul et Stephane Magnien Charmes Chambertain 2008 Burgundy, expected to fetch £850 to £950.

Key Auction Details

Mark your calendars for this exciting series of auctions, kicking off on Thursday, December 11, starting at 9:30 AM. The first day will feature silver, fine art, books, and stamps, while Friday continues with antiques, fine wines, militaria, Asian art, clocks, and historic furniture. The culminating event will be held on Wednesday, December 17, focused on cars, motorbikes, and automobilia.

Viewing for the auction will commence on Saturday, December 6, with additional late viewing hours on Tuesday, December 9. For those interested in valuations, Ewbank’s offers services Monday to Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM—no appointment is necessary, although jewellery valuations do require prior booking with a gemmologist. Catalogues and live bidding options are also available through their official website.

The upcoming auction at Ewbank’s is a unique opportunity to explore a rich tapestry of history, art, and culture through carefully selected pieces that resonate with collectors’ passions and preferences alike.