ANTIQUES
HRD: Spreading the word
After a very busy Fine Art Auction, Hose
Rhodes Dickson continues to develop
an international client base. Customers
continually comment on the integrity and
professionalism of the thriving saleroom.
This worldwide clientele of collectors
continually return to the online catalogue of
Hose Rhodes Dickson Auction Rooms to
browse the interesting and informative lot
descriptions. Potential vendors of jewellery,
silver, militaria and other fine art will find
an almost insatiable appetite for the items
entered into their international fine art auction.
O ne of the recent success stories was
a faience (French for pottery) model of
a hare by the renowned studio of Emile
Galle. Although this French firm is known
for its stylish glassware, a small quantity of
ceramic models were produced, but a hare is
extremely rare. The hammer fell at £1,300 to a
delighted buyer in Jersey who will, no doubt,
return to buy more Galle pieces.
A successful auction results in many new
vendors coming forward with similar items
for appraisal at the valuation mornings. To
the surprise of the auctioneers two Galle
faience cats appeared on their doorstep! The
felines had a very good provenance, having
graced one of the top residences. They will
be appearing in the next fine art auction on
Thursday June 20. If you have items you wish
to enter, please contact Rex Gully on 01983
402222.
Rex Gully • Auctioneer & Valuer • 01983 402222 • www.hose-rhodes-dickson.co.uk
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