Nearly 400 lots are set to go under the hammer on Saturday, April 2 in Hanson Holloway’s Ross Fine Art, Antiques and Collectors Auction in Banbury,Oxfordshire.
Everything from jewellery, silver, gold, ceramics, glassware and furniture to clocks, metalware, prints, maps, watercolours and more will be offered. Here, Jasper Marsh, valuer and auctioneer at our Banbury saleroom shares some of lots coming up for auction
The catalogue is live and bidding is under way – simply register with www.hansonslive.co.uk to start bidding. If you have items to sell in Banbury’s monthly sales, please arrange a free valuation or home visit.
Lot 216 | Antique Gun
This 1851 model Naval percussions six-shot revolver, number 36800, was specially made. The barrel is engraved ‘Addresses Col Colt London. In fitted case. £2,000-£3,000
Lot 304 | Bookcase
In need of an elegant piece of furniture to house your books? This 20th century pine bookcase in the manner of William Kent offers ample space measuring 244cm x 308cm x 60cm. £1500-£2000
Lot 145 | Rare Gold
One of only 500, this 22ct gold medallion was made to commemorate the 900th anniversary of the consecration of London’s Westminster Abbey by Edward The Confessor. Dated 1965, it is extremely rare. £1000-£1500
Lot 265 | Sitting Pretty
This 19th century Italian carved walnut armchair, in the manner of Andrea Brustolon,with high crown back, the arms with reclining putti and blackamoor stiles, overstuffed seat, on cabriole forelegs and paw feet, united by a cross stretcher, is sure to attract interest. £800-£1000
Lot 8 | Dazzling Ring
Jewellery shines bright in the monthly auctions at Banbury in Oxfordshire and this example will certinly rutn heads. It’s an 18ct gold (tested and stamped not hallmarked) lightning ridge opal and diamond ring, Size N, approx. 6.46g gross. £400-£600
Lot 191 | All Aboard For The Ghost Train!
Fairground art is big news in the collectors’ world bringing back childhood memories of candyfloss, toffee apples and fairground rides. This 1980s fibreglass fairground monster/devil Ghost Train car in green and gold, with original seating panels has an estimate of £500-£600
