Popular TV antiques expert Charles Hanson is heading to Oxfordshire to uncover auction treasures.
Charles, a regular on shows like Bargain Hunt and Antiques Road Trip, will be At Hanson Holloway’s and Ross in Parsons Street, Banbury, on Thursday February 10 from 10am-2pm.
He will be offering free valuations and, as well as assessing general antiques and collectables, he’s keen to cast an eye over any Chinese or Oriental objects people may have tucked away at home.
Charles, owner of the Banbury saleroom, said: “Chinese porcelain and Oriental works of art are achieving astonishing prices at auction but often people have no idea they own a valuable piece.
“Last year Hansons sold a damaged Chinese vase for £40,000 and its owner, who inherited it, had no idea it was worth tens of thousands of pounds. I spotted it by chance on her glass cabinet.
“She was taken aback as someone claiming to be an Asian specialist had told her it was worthless due to repairs. A section of the rim had been broken and re-glued and it had a long, arcing crack across it.”
However, the Chinese blue and white nine-dragon bottle vase bore a Jiaqing mark (1796-1820) making it around 200 years old. It was consigned to auction with a guide price of £10,000-£15,000 but soared to £40,000. The total paid with buyer’s premium by a bidder in China was £55,595.
“Time and again I come across items like this which sell for life-changing amounts and I hope I can do the same in Banbury,” said Charles. “If you’ve always wondered what that antique or collectable might be worth and are considering selling, pop to see me. I just might make your day.”
Charles is happy to assess all types of antiques and collectables and regular Thursday valuer Melissa Lee-Patrick will also be on hand from 10am-2pm to value jewellery, silver and watches.
To book a free valuation with Charles or Melissa at Hanson Holloway’s Ross, 49 Parsons Street, Banbury, call 01295 817777 or email [email protected]. General antique and jewellery valuations are available by appointment every Thursday, 10am-4pm. The Banbury saleroom holds monthly auctions.
