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face
value
30
driven to
distraction
26
timeless
pieces
34
going for
a song
The historical world
of coins and stamps
Classic motoring and car
show enthusiasts
The fascinating story
of clocks and watches
The wonderful world of
film & music memorabilia
a grand day out
The growing popularity of antiques fairs & auctions
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STATE OF PLAY
STATE OF PLAY
Economic growth is proving slow to spread to the world of
arts and antiques, unless you are at the very top of course
T
he New Year marks a
natural opportunity
to take stock of how
the antiques market is faring,
and look ahead to what the
next twelve months may
bring. As with the wider
economy, 2013 was a ‘green
shoots’ kind of year, with
some signs of the market
emerging from previous
years of retraction, despite
no tangible sense of stability.
Indeed, for reasons outlined
below, the overall picture in
the antiques market is one
Alan Walker
of a squeezed middle. The
top of the market has continued to thrive, and the ubiquity
of cheap antiques – whether through charity shops or online
start-ups like Freecycle – means the bottom has not fallen
out of the market either. As long as people continue to enjoy
pretty, old things, the antiques market will continue to
Until roughly eight years ago the antiques market was
pretty buoyant, as many sought to furnish their homes
with unique items. However, as the economic downturn
robbed many families of a chunk of their disposable income,
so too certain parts of the antiques market experienced a
downward turn. Yet now, as the economy-at-large appears
to be showing signs of growth, the antiques market remains
lethargic. There are, however, if you look hard enough,
At the top of the antiques market, as with the property
market, the highest quality items continue to sell for record
prices. Part of this is down to the emerging wealth of China,
and the fine porcelain the West accumulated in previous
decades returning home for astonishing figures. Indeed, a
friend of mine who is a very good dealer in fine porcelain,
told me their main problem these days is getting hold of
stock, such is the demand.
Yet the record prices are not limited to Chinese pieces.
The Old Masters and Modern Art pieces continue to exist
in their own bubble of billionaire bidding. The top earners
have seen their pay and bonuses rise, and disposable income
of the rich often finds its way to auction houses. In late
November, Christie’s Post-War and Contemporary Art
auction grossed in excess of £420 million. Francis Bacon’s
triptych of Lucian Freud sold for over £87 million alone.
It is the single highest figure for an auction sale in art
market history. Crisis? What crisis?
at its more traditional and recognisable core. Antique
furniture, for example, has fallen through the floor.
Longcase clocks have been showing poor demand for
years. Modern living and taste has not helped this decline.
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case and a slim line £25 storage unit from IKEA and there
is no competition.
Perhaps that is an unfair analogy – antiques, like golf,
or gardening, is something you become interested in as you
grow older. However, compared with ten years ago, I have
noticed there are far fewer adults over 40 looking to buy.
It may be that this age group does not yet feel able to
justify spending, given their personal economy, and are
waiting to put the recession far behind before doing so.
One trend I have noticed in the antiques trade – one
I have witnessed first-hand at fairs and through my own
business – is the number of people in their 50s and 60s
who tell me they have decided to buy fine antiques with
money originally earmarked for investment elsewhere. Yet
when faced with the decision of investing in an economic
investment ventures and the possibility of owning a
particularly nice item (“Something we’ve always wanted,”
as they often say), increasingly people of retirement age
or nearing retirement age are treating themselves. And
not just because antiques can be relied upon to hold their
“At the top of the antiques
market, as with the property
market, the highest quality
items continue to sell for
record prices. Part of this is
down to the emerging wealth
of China... Indeed, a friend
of mine who is a very good
dealer in fine porcelain, told
me their main problem these
days is getting hold of stock,
such is the demand”
value – because they think they deserve something nice.
This seems to be the crux of the situation: demand for
fine antiques has held firm throughout the downturn, but
in this age of Google, where information is ubiquitous, the
buyers are in a much stronger position than they used to be.
The Internet is one area where the antiques business can
improve. I know some in the trade who have only just created
their website, and they remain quite rudimentary. It is no longer
viable for antiques businesses to depend on footfall, they should
be doing more to capture the interest of those with a love of
the finer things – those looking to buy something that they will
appreciate, rather than something that just ‘appreciates’.
2 State of Play
4 A Grand Day Out
12 Period Homes
16 Face Value
20 Model Citizens
24 Hidden Gems
26 Timeless Pieces
28 Sporting Gold
30 Driven to Distraction
32 Grape Expectations
34 Going for a Song
36 Spotlight
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A GRAND DAY OUT
A GRAND DAY OUT
Alan Walker, Antiques Dealer
The growing mass-market
popularity of antiques fairs,
auctions and galleries has meant
the serious retailers have had
to respond by refining and
improving their offerings
These days it is possible for someone looking to buy a
nice piece of art to strike up a conversation with a specialist
dealer and have a good sense of what it is worth. That did not
used to be the norm. Whilst many large arts and antiques
events are running today, some of the smaller events have
disappeared, as vendors fail to see the value in attending
events where a now-online buyer might glean specialist
information from them, but make their eventual purchase
elsewhere (a trend sadly all-too-commonly experienced by
independent bookshops). Indeed, it used to be common
practice for auction houses to divide their wares into
‘Antiques’ for the omniscient specialists to peruse, and
‘General’ for the ignorant public. Of course, these days
one click on a search engine and we are all-knowing.
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t is not completely David Dickinson’s fault the popularity
of antiques has gone from strength to strength. He has
definitely been a contributing factor though, with Bargain
Hunt and other programmes of that ilk, such as Flog It and
his Real Deal bringing greater awareness of antiques to the
mass market. Naturally a great number of the ‘antiques’
featured on such shows are of pretty pedestrian quality, but
they often do a good job of informing their audience by going
into detail about various facets of the industry, for example
Bargain Hunt seems to regularly feature and discuss the life
and work of Clarice Cliff.
Antiques dealers have thus witnessed a shift in dynamic
between buyer and seller in the last couple of decades,
where buyers are increasingly better informed, and more
sophisticated in what they are seeking to buy. The consumer
is empowered and the vendor’s position weakened. The
demise of caveat emptor is a welcome one for people looking
to acquire items with a history behind them.
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The Mathias Lock Mirror
The carved gilt wood frame with central mirror plate flanked
by caryatides issuing from foliate scrolls to the sides, with
adorned ‘C’scrolls to the base, the wing spandrels dressed
with icicle waterfalls within a framework of asymmetrical
ribbed scroll work and a leaf finial.
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» continued from page 4
people can appreciate a glass of wine whilst they
peruse the artworks and indulge in a sense of
privilege and exclusive access. It is an approach
that is slowly filtering through to antiques fairs,
which have been, in the past, a little on the
stuffy side.
Across the UK, whether online or offline,
people looking to invest in arts and antiques have
unparalleled access to vendors. Footfall at major
fairs is stronger than ever. BADA’s Winter Fine
Art & Antiques Fair at Olympia this November
(olympia-antiques.com) – where I am exhibiting –
regularly achieves attendance figures of 20,000.
It is now in its 23rd year, and at each event
the iconic National Hall of Olympia comes to
life with an exceptional range of over 30,000
informed decision. It is difficult to feel truly
pieces of art and antiques to whet all appetites,
engaged and interested in an object when
primarily focusing on high quality antiques from
viewing it on a computer screen. There is
around 130 different dealers.
joy to be had in seeing the way light reflects
The numbers often speak for themselves, and the
off varnished wood, or viewing the brush
UK currently represents nearly 60% of Europe’s
strokes of a painting up close.
share of the international arts and antiques
It might sound banal, but I am conAntiques fairs have really moved in to the mainstream, allowing the general public easy access
market. London has been at the centre of the arts
fident it is one of the reasons antiques fairs
to the world of antique bargain hunting.
and antiques market since the early 1800s, and is
and auction houses are still busy. People
currently believed by experts to be the most important city
want to interact with the thing, to see it hanging on a wall,
authenticity and condition. Such fairs are well-staged to
in Europe for this trade.
or from a variety of angles in the afternoon light.
be aesthetically pleasing environments, and many offer a
So, when it comes to amassing antiques specialists and
One of the knock-on effects of the digital age and the way
diverse and enjoyable day out – the British Antique Dealers’
their wares all under the same roof, it seems to be the case
we are increasingly online consumers – yes, even of antiques
Association’s Antiques and Fine Art Fair in Duke of York
that if you build it, they will come. For as long as those
– is that many dealers have vacated their shops and rely on
Square (bada-antiques-fair.co.uk) being one example.
seeking to buy fine works wish to view examples, chat with
their websites. However, the dealers of quality antiques are
Art galleries have understood for a while now that
a specialist or discover an item’s providence – and only then
still attending the larger fairs, which remain environments
creating a positive experience for prospective buyers
make their decision – then galleries and fairs will continue
where a concentration of reputable dealers can be found.
increases the chance of an eventual sale. Hence the focus
to thrive.
Also, exhibited items are usually independently vetted for
in the art world on special exhibitions and events, where
It remains one of the joys of going to a
fair that you can discuss items of interest
in depth with the dealer, learn more about
them from a specialist, and then make an
“There is joy to be had in
seeing the way light reflects
off varnished wood, or
viewing the brush strokes
of a painting up close”
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LETTER FROM
THE EDITOR
Welcome to Arts, Antiques & Pastimes, one in a series of themed
publications from CALIBRE, the new mature man’s quarterly magazine
T
his publication features a
series of themed articles
covering the world of
arts and antiques, from fairs
and galleries to vintage toys and
old vinyl records. Could there
be something of value hiding in
your attic?
In our range of Insights
publications we aim to give
our readers an intelligent and
diversified look at the usual
perspectives surrounding the activities and interests closest
to them. We have included a broad summary of the world
of arts and antiques, with insights ranging from the current
trends in interior design to the history and development of
the first wristwatches and mass-production electric guitars
– we hope there is something for everyone.
You might be inspired to see what is of value in your
home, or perhaps just to redecorate – after all, there could
be a long-forgotten childhood collection somewhere,
gathering dust and accumulating value.
In Alan Walker’s ‘A Grand Day Out’ piece (page 4) he
explins that an increase in awareness of antiques and the
spread of information means the relationship people have
with antiques has shifted perceptibly, placing the ball in the
buyer’s court, but obviously caveat emptor is one maxim
that still must apply.
The theme of our next publication will be Sports, Leisure
& Pastimes, so we’ll be aiming to sagaciously blend useful
facts and figures on new gadgets and scientific matters that
might be affecting your health and your pocket.
Staying with this issue for the moment, on the previous
page (page 8) you will find our competition feature. We
have teamed up with the world famous Dartington Crystal
to offer you something stylish and timeless for your home.
You can get your hands on this by entering the free prizedraw online.
CALIBRE Quarterly, our forthcoming 180-page luxury
lifestyle magazine for grown-up gentlemen, will also feature
timely advice on all things important to you and yours.
Each edition of CALIBRE Quarterly will feature exclusive
interviews with empathic public figures and social heroes;
allowing you to derive new insights and inspirations for the
road ahead.
On sale 27th March 2014, this new publication will
be full of more interesting, erudite and convivial articles.
You will also be able to join our CALIBRE Members club,
where we will be offering a wealth of exclusive offers and
experiences.
And if you really like it, why not take out a subscription
or go to our website calibreinsights.com to find out more?
Barnaby Dracup
Editor-in-Chief
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Early 18th-century chinoiserie bracket clock,
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Oil on panel by William Charles Thomas
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Out with the new, in with the old, the current popularity of antique,
reclaimed and vintage interior décor is greater than it ever was
D
ecorative antiques and interiors
have seen a persistent surge in
interest over the past few years, with
undiminished demand from growing numbers
of both professional decorators and private
buyers. Antique interior design fairs, with
their objet d’art and ceramic collectibles,
are consistently en vogue and the revival of
reclaimed ‘traditional’ styles has definitely
captured the public imagination.
Nadine Davies, of the Architectural
Forum (thearchitecturalforum.com), has
worked with such famous names as Ralph
Lauren and Selfridges and made numerous
television appearances. She notes, “The
current passion for antique and reclaimed
interiors is mostly driven by trends. At the
moment, there’s an awful lot of exposure
to these styles through the media, and there
has literally been a whole market that’s
grown up around it.”
As famous British designer Paul Smith
was quoted as saying, “After many years
of minimalism and simplicity, I think
people want to add more personality into
their homes.” Indeed, antique interior
design is often the starting point for
interior des igners and private buyers
seeking a unique look – a look and
“Business has improved
massively because of the
Internet, people are very
short of time. Now the ‘worn’
look has become fashionable,
customers are not so worried
by cosmetic damage”
feel that is an antidote to the modern
world, creating evocative ‘emotional’
environments within their dwellings.
Current trends are for good, traditional
furniture and decorations, with a strong
lean towards a country feel. Perhaps due
to the current climate of austerity, people
are attracted to this softer, more reassuring
look, with items of intrinsic and lasting
value being the most popular.
“Our business was established in 1988
and, since then, the demand has grown.
Recently a ‘make do and mend’ attitude
has resurfaced. This has encouraged people to lose their social fear of going into
secondhand shops. It’s become cool again,”
says Mrs Davies.
Inexpensive furnishings that hark back
to bygone times, to things that brought us
comfort in the past, could be considered
an understandable reaction to a general
zeitgeist of economic pessimism and depression. The style of an interior is greatly
shaped by the things in it, from antique
textiles and upholstered chairs, to original
vintage glass and ceramics. The selections
a buyer can make are vast and varied. For
the shrewd, such investments can often be
Antique stained glass church windows: A pair of
impressive original stained glass church windows
depicting Saint John and Saint Luke.
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WHO DESIGNS FURNITURE FOR
INTERIORS LIKE THIS?
Fine English furniture expert, Jonathan Sainsbury, uses 18th- and 19th-century design and
craftsmanship to create some of the most magnificent furniture and mirrors available today.
By Charlotte Birtles
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I
had, I suppose, what you might like
to call a standing invitation to visit
an old friend who had moved to rural
Herefordshire some time ago. I knew she
loved antique furniture and that she now
lived in a Georgian rectory, near Ledbury,
which I thought would display her collection
to better effect. By chance an opportunity
recently occurred to call on her and we
arranged to meet at her house.
I was not at all surprised at what I found
there. Apart from a lovely garden the house
was full of the most beautiful antiques. I
spotted a Sheraton sideboard and a pair
of Chippendale Gainsborough chairs. On
showing me around, I was amazed when
she told me that the mirror in the hall was
not an original William Kent and that in
fact the chairs I had so admired were not
Chippendale. Somewhat reluctantly my
friend revealed that they were actually
made for her by a period furniture expert
in Dorset. She was reticent in revealing
his name to me as she knew he likes to
keep a low profile, as many of his clients
want their friends (and in some cases
their family) to believe that the admired
piece is in fact an original. In the end, I
managed to wheedle out of her the name
of Jonathan Sainsbury.
I was intrigued to find out more about
him and arranged to meet him at his
workshop in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset. I
was warmly greeted by Jonathan dressed as
the archetypal English country gentleman in
tweeds and a Hermes neck scarf.
His office, although classical in design,
contained an eclectic and fascinating mix
of quirky one-off pieces. As he showed
me around the workshop it felt like time
had stood still — an enormous library
containing piles of 18th-century furniture
designs, the smell of freshly carved wood,
and an array of chisels — and I wondered
if Chippendale’s workshop would have
differed much from this.
Jonathan explained how the business
has been in the Sainsbury family for five
generations and he was not abashed to
“Each piece is designed
and made by skilled
craftsmen in the
workshop under
my supervision”
let me know he was an expert in period
furniture, with particular reference to the
Georgian and Regency periods.
“Each piece is designed and made by
skilled craftsmen in the workshop under
my supervision,” he said. “We have an
unrivalled position in the field of fine
furniture making as we’re able to utilise the
expert knowledge passed down through the
generations. We are proud to be keeping
these traditional skills alive.”
I asked if he would reveal to me if there
were any members of the royal family or
celebrities among his clients as I felt that
might make good copy! But he was adamant
that he would not give the name of any
of his clients as he knew they valued their
anonymity.
Jonathan went on to explain how
collectors and interior decorators often find
it difficult to locate that special item for a
particular place in the house.
He continued: “With the rapid
escalation in the price of original antiques of
exceptional quality in recent years, together
with the difficulty in finding such pieces, the
furniture we make commend themselves.”
He believes, with justification, that the
market for bespoke furniture is enjoying a
revival. “A piece of furniture or a mirror,
well made and pleasing to the eye, will
inevitably have longevity and desirability
and therefore makes for a very good
investment,” he added.
As I looked at the lines of a Chippendale
chair I could see that this furniture, with
its distinctive English design, works as well
in today’s interiors as in those for which
they were originally designed by the great
masters.
With the depth and detail of carving
that a genuine Chippendale has, Jonathan
Sainsbury is able to make heirloom pieces
that will be cherished and handed down
through future generations. A glance around
the workshop revealed, at various stages of
design, tables, chairs, sideboards, mirrors,
wall lights and brackets, lamps and stools,
so obviously there are many people who
agree with him.
On the way home I thought what an
astute friend I had in Herefordshire.
Please call Jonathan Sainsbury Ltd on 01258 857 573 or email [email protected] to make an appointment. Please visit jonathan-sainsbury.com to view
the full range of furniture and mirrors. Jonathan Sainsbury Ltd has rapidly gained an international reputation for supplying the finest handmade mirrors and furniture.
The company works closely with top international designers, private clients and the National Trust. Work has ranged from supplying fine furniture and mirrors to
classical country houses, hotels, London residences and super yachts.
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This antique Victorian Glastonbury chair dating from the late 19th century was reclaimed from an old church. The chair is solid oak and
has Gothic Revival touches. The 65 piece Stirling Silver is from maker H.J. Cooper & Co. Ltd and includes a carving set, serving spoons,
and is all contained within a lockable, teak box. A complete set such as this can fetch a fine price at auction.
profitable if you have an experienced eye when attending
fairs and other events.
“There’s an increased confidence in buying vintage items
now. Where before buyers might not have been so certain,
they now appreciate that items of old manufacture are generally much better quality. Antique, vintage or reclaimed
furnishings are still around for a reason and that long lasting
durability and uniqueness of style just can’t be found on the
high street today,” says Mrs Davies.
Ceramics particularly continue to be popular among
interiors enthusiasts, although the purchasing behaviour
of collectors has changed over the last few years. Famous
names in the ceramics world include Moorcroft, Royal
Doulton and Burleigh, all of which are still surviving today,
although in a different form to that in which they were
originally developed.
Moorcroft was founded in 1897 and is still a leader in
the world of art pottery, developing new ranges with its own
distinctive style and selling products all over the world,
very much as it has since its heyday in the mid-1920s.
Royal Doulton is a household name dating back to 1851
and nowadays manufactures modern ceramics as well as
practical ranges for all household applications. The Burleigh
ceramics business was also established in 1851 and is still
making a pure English earthenware product today. Pieces
from these famous makers are highly sought after and keeneyed collectors are occasionally lucky.
The United Kingdom is considered globally as the best
ground to cover in the search for such antiques, due to
its rich history of conquest, invasion, continental trade
and invention. The Internet has also helped play a role in
opening up our markets to international buyers and for
collectors of any calibre. The UK’s reclamation businesses
and antiques fairs are among the most desirable – not only
due to this depth of variety, but also due to cost.
As Mrs Davies points out, “Business has improved
massively because of the internet, people are very short of
time. Now the antique ‘worn’ look has become fashionable,
customers are not so worried by cosmetic damage.
“We ship internationally right across the world from
America, to Japan and Australia. The interest in what we offer
comes from the price. There are a few reclamation dealers in
New York that are astronomically priced. For example we
have customers in Sydney and Sweden who buy from us all
the time because they love the antique look – and resources in
their own countries are slim and the markets really expensive.
Logistically, it’s simply more cost efficient for them.”
Testament to this international appeal is the size and
scale of the International Antiques and Collectors Fairs
(IACF). The IACF organise the largest antiques fairs in the
UK, with a total of 33 antique fairs in six different locations across the country each year. With over 150,000
public and 60,000 trade buyers annually from across the
world at their events, the IACF’s flagship show, held in
Newark, justifiably holds the title of largest antiques fair
in Europe. As an event that is expanding year-on-year,
it is a sure indicator the appetite for period design,
traditional interiors and antique objet d’art is here to
stay for the long term.
COLLINS AND HAYES
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Every piece is individually hand-made to
meet our customers’ specific requirements
and we offer a bespoke service to allow
greater individuality. Comfort and
durability are essential and to this end, all
our furniture designs are archived, which
means nothing is discontinued. So, should
you wish to add to, refresh or replace your
favourite furniture, you can.
At Collins and Hayes we’re proud to be
able to offer you such a wide and wonderful
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stablished in 2011, Kinghams Art Pottery
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De Morgan, Martin Brothers, Della Robbia,
Ruskin and collaborations in contemporary
design with Dennis China Works.
A distinguished reputation, extensive
knowledge, integrity and passion have
established George as one of the market’s
leading dealers of British Art Pottery. Now
settled in the heart of the Cotswolds, he is
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George has gained prominence for owning
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humour that is celebrated the world over. Rachel exhibits her work across the
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FACE VALUE
FACE VALUE
Coins, banknotes and stamps may have fallen out of favour in this digital age,
but there is still great interest from the alternative investment sector
Mike Abramov
N
o doubt, some of our generation at some point or another
started to collect stamps when we were kids. The Xbox
was 50 years in to the future and the TV offered two
channels. How on earth did we get through childhood without
all the distractions that our children and grandchildren now have?
Simple, we read, we played in the streets and if our parents were
well-off, we had a bike. Some of us got the bug for collecting and in
our local sweetshop, packets of 10 stamps would have been available.
These were mostly franked and used stamps from countries that we
could only dream about, which was probably part of the charm.
Little did we know that, later in life, stamp collections would
become an alternative investment.
In 1840, the GPO, of blessed memory, introduced the pre-paid
delivery service for letters. Prior to this logical step, the postal service
relied upon the recipient to pay for the letter. Needless to say, this
proved a problem on more than one occasion.
The first stamp, as everyone knows here in Britain, was the
1d Black (or Penny Black for those not familiar with pre-decimal
currency). This was a dull monochrome depiction of Queen
Victoria’s head. The following day the 2d Blue was issued and
then a year later the 1d Red.
“However, like any
investment, you
need to be picky,
careful and focused.
Coin enthusiasts,
like philatelists,
have realised that
quality always
pays for itself in
the long run”
For those people who had the foresight, stamps had started to become
a ‘series’. In any sphere of collecting, if your collection can demonstrate a
series of date issues or a chronological running order, you are halfway to
whetting the appetite of potential buyers.
With stamps, British and French colonial examples are always popular
and command high prices because this is a bygone era; in many cases there
are no further issues past a given date.
About face
If there was ever a more reliable piece of evidence to pinpoint when and
where a king or emperor lived and ruled, you can normally rely upon the
coins found in circulation at that time. I believe it was Alexander the Great
who first came up with an extension of his ego being cast on to coins for his
short reign. The variety of metals used for coins was a simple way of placing
some monetary value on goods in the market place. Bartering was all well
and good in a very small economy, but when you have an empire, you need
a common denominator.
Along with war medals, this area of collecting in the last ten years has
exploded. However, like any investment, you need to be picky, careful and
focused. Coin and medal collectors, like stamp collectors, have realised that
quality always pays for itself in the long run.
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are very strong at the moment – the prices
have been consistently good and are always
achieving record prices – any London
auction will see record prices being set.”
Condition grading in coins and medals
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can buy a bag of Roman bronze coins for
about ten pounds. You will then be holding
and feeling the life, times and vibrations
of a long deceased empire. But remember,
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However, a Charles XI Silver Crown
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When a fiver is worth fifty quid
These Mauritius Post Office stamps dating from 1847 are the first British Empire
stamps produced outside Great Britain. With only 27 in existence, a letter with two
of these was valued at around £2m.
In the 14th century the Chinese realised
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not only burdensome but also dangerous,
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Bearing in mind the concept of series,
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collectible. However, it was 300 years later
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implies a currency value – the note in itself
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In the 1960s all the European empires
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The French, English and Dutch colonies
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The first model railway club in the
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‘carpet railways’, so called because the
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without a track. These were introduced
around the 1840s but it was not until the
start of the 20th century that crude electric
trains began to appear.
At first, these basic model railways
were not built to scale but international
manufacturers and hobbyists soon developed de facto standards for their products
to allow interchangeability. Model trains
today are far more accurate and realistic,
with modellers constructing accurately
scaled railway and railroad scenes, known
apart from the obvious interest in
as ‘layouts’, often recreating real locations
trains, there is the enjoyment of personal
and periods in history with their intricately
creativity, and immersion in a micro world
detailed tableau.
of your own creation,” says Mike Lloyd,
Railway modelling has its fans the world
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“Railway modelling has a number of
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different appeals to different people, but
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“Collecting, as a facet of human nature,
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Taylor, dolls and teddy bears expert at
Vectis Toy Auctions (vectis.co.uk).
She continues, “I can remember toys
were only given for Christmas and birthday
presents and had to be looked after. Those
British manufactured Pedigree Sindy Dolls
and Palitoy Action Men were also handed
down to younger kids when we had grown
tired of them. We didn’t have the quantity
of affordable toys available in today’s
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are among some of the most collectable
items in the world, with rare examples
fetching premium prices and large collections
commanding the world stage – with frequent
sales at such auspicious venues as Sotheby’s
and Bonhams auction houses. Some of
these collections can catalogue the changing
trends and designs of toys from the earliest
examples, to more modern vintage pieces.
Image: Bonhams
“Toy making has changed considerably
throughout history – governed by the
materials available and fashion trends. Many
of the early toys were only affordable if you
were rich and they were also rather delicate.
For example, the early bisque and wax dolls
were so fragile they were only played with on
Sundays and under supervision from adults,”
Mrs Taylor observes.
Despite having a connection to an
uncomplicated past, the current market
for vintage toys is driven by the speed and
efficiency of Internet transactions. The ease
of cataloguing, ordering and delivering these
types of items has greatly influenced sales,
with many shops and even home-hobbyists
having websites available for trade or the
sharing of information.
One classic stalwart of the toys and
modelling industry is Airfix. This company
was founded in 1939 by Hungarian Nicholas
Kove, who, with an eye for business, developed the name of the brand so it would
appear first alphabetically in the toy catalogues of the time.
Woolworths wanted a retail price for the
kits of two shillings, so in order to meet this
demand Airfix changed the packaging from
a cardboard box to a plastic bag fixed to a
paper header, inside which were the assembly
instructions. This first venture between Airfix
and the high street retailer proved to be a huge
success, leading the company to produce many
new designs, the first of which was a model
of the Supermarine Spitfire, in 1:72 scale,
released in 1955.
Also back in the 1950s a craze for Dinky
Toys was sweeping the United Kingdom
and it was common for some households to
have a collection, large or small, coveted by
children and adults alike.
The origins of Dinky toys begin with
that other famous vintage name, Frank
Image: Andy Dingley
Hornby, the inventor of Meccano. Frank
Hornby was a clerk from Liverpool who,
in 1901, invented and patented a boxedtoy called Mechanics Made Easy which
featured various ‘construction’ pieces
and was based on the basic principles
of mechanical engineering. As these
construction kits gained in popularity they
eventually became known as Meccano and
gained worldwide distribution. Hornby
soon registered the Meccano trade mark in
1907, finally forming the famous Meccano
Ltd company in 1908. The word Meccano
is thought to have been derived from the
phrase ‘make and know’.
The first Meccano trains began to appear
under the name of Hornby in the 1920s. It
was also around this time Meccano began
to manufacture items of countryside and
railway scenery to compliment these toy
trains. Building on this, in 1933 Meccano
issued their ‘Modelled Miniatures’ series
of railway and trackside accessories, and in
the April 1934 issue of Meccano Magazine
they were given the name ‘Dinky Toys’ for
the first time.
Legend has it the name Dinky comes
from a friend of one of Frank Hornby’s
daughters, and was likely derived from
the Scottish word ‘dink’ meaning neat or
fine. The Dinky name survived for many
decades until sadly the famous Binns Road
factory in Liverpool closed its doors in
November 1979.
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HIDDEN GEMS
T
he passion for antique and vintage
jewellery can be driven as much by
the personal individuality of the
collector wanting to own a unique piece,
as by the bargain-hunter’s instinct to track
down something of rare worth and value.
With the explosion of modern fashion
trends, there has come a great demand for
the vintage look, subsequently leading to
a rise in those searching for uniqueness in
their jewellery.
“Individuality is a key factor,” says
Anthea Gesua, fine antiques dealer at Grays,
(graysantiques.com). “Most pieces are
unique and you rarely see exactly the same
piece twice. There is no doubt fashion has
influenced the demand for vintage jewellery.
Programmes like Downtown Abbey,
Boardwalk Empire, and Mad Men have all
helped bring fabulous antique and vintage
designs into the mainstream.”
It is generally considered that 1920 is
the cut-off point for the definition of antique
jewellery, with ‘vintage’ being dated as from
the 1920s up to around 1980, with anything
after being considered as simply ‘modern’.
The Art Deco era ran from the 1920s to
the 1940s, with some jewellery of this style
appearing up to 1950. Next was the Retro
era, running from 1945 to the late 1950s,
which was also the cocktail era, so designs
were big, bright and bold. The 1960s and
1970s featured the usual evocative symbols
from this era with charm bracelets, large
silver bangles and ‘flower power’ imagery
featuring heavily. As for the 1980s, it can be
easy to find examples from this decade, with
many dealers and traders now including
this in their jewellery offerings. The styles
will be typical of the time: large, brash and
overstated. However, regardless of what era
it is from, in general jewellery was of a much
higher quality than what is available today.
“Diamonds will always
be a girl’s best friend”
“One reason people buy antique
jewellery is that the quality can be much
better than modern counterparts,” says
Robin Haydock, fine antique jewellery
dealer at Grays. “A lot of pre-war European jewellery from the 1920s and 1930s
will have been hand-worked by skilled
craftsmen, many of whom would have
completed a classical seven-year apprenticeship. Buying a piece of antique
jewellery allows customers to tap into this
craftsmanship and quality of the past.
Thanks to the profusion of costume dramas and
retro fashions in the press and on television, antique
and vintage jewellery is in vogue like never before
The individuality of each piece is also
important, knowing you have something
that is not readily available on the highstreet
adds to the appeal.”
As with all antiques, condition makes a
big difference to its value, as does the name.
“People look for signatures and famous
design houses such as Cartier, Tiffany and
Van Cleef & Arpels. With signed pieces of
jewellery you are buying a piece of history
with its own personality. Buyers like to
make a connection with those longstanding
brands that are associated with luxury,”
says Mrs Gesua.
All other factors being equal, when
considering the cost and heritage of a
piece of vintage or antique jewellery, it
is more than likely to be less expensive
than its equivalent modern piece. This
obviously makes glad tidings for enthusiasts
and bargain hunters. Today’s fashion
conscious jewellery hunters can revamp and
compliment their outfits with relative ease
while still exercising frugality. Mrs Gesua
observes, “Each era has its own style and
you can make vintage jewellery work with
modern clothes to create a really unique
look. People want to develop their own
style and wear jewellery that no one else
is likely to possess.”
With such rich, unique and evocative
apieces, the world of antique and vintage
jewellery is one that cannot fail to stir the
emotions. Add in the possibility of getting
good value for money, and it is easy to see
why jewellery of this nature is growing more
attractive to couples looking to tie the knot.
“We have increasing numbers of customers
coming to us for antique diamond engagement
rings,” says Mrs Gesua. “After all, diamonds
will always be a girl’s best friend.”
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Gaucher of Châtillon 1313-22, continental
Sterling imitation silver penny (forgery)
Robert of Bethune 1305-22, continental
Sterling imitation silver penny (forgery)
‘Turns out I was holding a 23.4-gram
solid gold ingot of either Bronze Age or
Viking origin which is possibly the end of a
bar torc. It took me a while to stop shaking
but once I did I covered the area and logged
the Findpoint on my CTX3030. Amazing
doesn’t quite sum it up and I still struggle to
believe how lucky I am.
‘The ingot/torc end is presently passing
through the treasure process so hopefully in
the future I will get a more exact opinion on
its true identification.
‘Thanks once again to Minelab — this
find simply wouldn’t have happened without
my CTX3030.’
Gold noble, groats, pennies and
a Denarius!
Here is one more amazing find from last
month from Peter in the UK with Minelab
CTX3030. In Peter’s own words:
‘It was a full gold noble, we think of
Henry IV, which together with 10 groats
and three smaller hammered
coins is now going through the
treasure process to be formally
identified and recorded.
‘An amazing day that will
live long in the memory for me and proof
there are still many fantastic detectorists
around, as my friend not only had the
kindness to invite me in the first place, but
has also insisted I have a share in the hoard!’
Read more amazing finds at Minelab.com
or contact us at [email protected]
for more information. And remember,
to detect responsibly, abiding by the
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Timekeeping and the measurement of time have long been the subject of man’s
most complex creations – here we take a look through the brief history of horology
S
ince development of the sundial, time
and timekeeping have long fascinated
mankind. The study and collection
of watches, clocks and timepieces, known
as horology, has been of great interest to
amateurs and enthusiasts alike.
Modern horology has numerous organisations relating to it around the world,
including both professional associations and
more scholarly societies that offer training and other recognised courses for the
studious. Chief among these institutions is
the British Horological Institute (bhi.co.uk),
based at Upton Hall in England.
Founded in 1858 by a small group of
clockmakers, their aim was to unify the
British horological industry in the face
of foreign competition and the growing
number of clock and watch imports. It
proved to be an overnight success, within a
year founding its own museum and library
and offering formal classes in the finer arts
of timepiece manufacture.
Although clock and watchmaking
are pursuits famously associated with
the Swiss, England too has a rich and
innovative horological past.
Thomas Tompion (1639–1713)
was an English clockmaker and
watchmaker, affectionately
referred to as the ‘father of
English clock making’.
The time-measuring
machines he created
were of international
importance to the
advancement of science
and technology and his
private customers of the
time ranged from such
notables as King William
III of England to the Grand
Duke of Tuscany.
Tompion’s catalogue
of work features some of the
most historically important
clocks and watches in the world
(he produced commissions for
The Royal Society, Charles II and
designed a turret clock for the
Tower of London), with examples
of his work commanding very
high prices whenever good
specimens come to auction.
After the first clocks came the
wristwatch. The first ‘watch
bracelets’ were originally
developed as ladies
jewellery: it was world
famous Swiss
manufacturer,
Patek Philippe,
who created the
first wristwatch
in 1868 for
Countess Koscowicz of
Hungary. However, their
practicality was soon seized
upon by the military and by
1880 fellow Swiss maker GirardPerregaux had built on the
concept, constructing them for
German naval officers, by order of
Kaiser Wilhelm I of Germany.
Indeed, one etymological explanation
of the origin of the verb ‘to watch’ is
that it came from the Old English word
‘woecce’ which meant ‘watchman’.
This stage in the wristwatch’s
evolution represented the first important
commercialisation of wristwatches for
men and subsequently their proliferation
throughout society after the First World War.
“Although clock and
watch making are pursuits
famously associated with
the Swiss, England too
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In today’s world clocks are ubiquitous
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and walls – so it is no longer singular
practicality that drives the buyers or
collectors. With a collector’s economy
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Investing in sporting memorabilia from our favourite sports teams
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rom an early age, many of us passionately follow a sports team or
sporting hero, which more than often
becomes entwined in our own history.
This can lead to an avid interest in sports
equipment and memorabilia – an extension
into the past of ‘our’ sport and a reverence
for the sporting heroes of a bygone era.
Large scale sporting events can achieve
world wide fame and become entwined in
the public consciousness, such as England’s
legendary 1966 World Cup win. Sporting
memorabilia from this game is continually
popular among fans, collectors, and investors alike – whether they were actually
there to watch it or not. The most popular
forms of sports memorabilia are items the
teams or individual have actually played
with or have worn, such as balls, shirts,
and bats. The prices for these items increase
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Other unusual examples of sporting
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alwaysdo well at auction, and a famous. or
especially a Royal connection, will add to
the final sale price.
So for the prudent buyer, aside from
owning something amounting to a totem of
hero worship, what might start as a personal
investment can turn into monetary gain.
“Like many collectable asset categories,
sports memorabilia has continued to prosper.
2012 saw the world record for any item
of sports memorabilia set by Babe Ruth’s
earliest game-worn jersey at $4.4m (£2.7m).
This was a 17.8% per annum gain on the
previous record for Ruth’s memorabilia,
which was achieved in 2004.”
“Golf proved an incredibly popular
area in sports memorabilia investment
last year, with several high profile sales.
Late 2013 saw the world record for golfing
memorabilia, set by golfing legend Horton
Smith’s Green Jacket, from the 1934
Masters Tournament at £421,000,” says
Paul Fraser, of Paul Fraser Collectibles
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Other exceptional sporting items,
such as the trunks Muhamman Ali
wore in the ‘Thrilla in Manila’
fight in 1975, have seen a massive
rise in sale value. The trunks
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With an actual signature of The Greatest,
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“This auction is a great example of a
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“Many investors are looking to
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They can provide a valuable safe haven as
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are unaffected by the difficulties of the
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Aside from the nostalgia and heroic aura
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this financial element means that its appeal
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Names, teams and cars can come and go
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nature of this handheld service, TLWC can be
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arket volatility, anxiety over sovereign
debts and the new age of austerity
have led many investors to seek out
‘investments of passion’ — assets they can
see, touch and enjoy, while also delivering
impressive annual returns, averaging 1015% for many investors.
Investing in fine wines is nothing new.
Many years before fine wine really became
global, buyers often bought more than they
intended to drink with a view to selling
on the excess to fund their next purchase.
Bordeaux, in southwest France is the
planet’s largest source of fine wine and the
wines produced here are considered by many
connoisseurs to be the world’s greatest reds.
History has shown the finest wines have
proved to be safe long-term investments and
for many, more desirable to own than assets
such as gold for example, especially since the
Gold Index recently had its worst two-day
performance since 1983, leading to the end of
a 10 year boom, and also because it is easier
to enjoy than gold. Wine has also performed
well in comparison to the UK housing market
among many other investments.
Supply & Demand
Recently, an explosion of interest from
Asian buyers has caused fine wine prices to
rise fast and over the past five years alone,
China’s levels of wine consumption have
grown at a compound annual rate of 18%.
It has also been predicted that the Russians
will consume 5.53 million more cases in
2014 than they did in 2010.
Demand for these wines has never been
higher, but supplies are limited and not
enough ‘blue chip’ wine is being produced
to satisfy the growing international market.
As bottles are uncorked and the wines
consumed, they become even rarer still,
leading to brand-obsessed buyers chasing a
rapidly diminishing supply of trophy wines.
Vine Capital Ltd
Vine Capital are a London-based team of
fine wine specialists with years of experience
in buying and selling the finest and rarest
wines. We build exclusive relationships with
suppliers, making our selection of wines
unique, therefore offering our clients a service
that distinguishes us from many others.
Offering a complete brokerage service, our
team have an in-depth knowledge of the fine
wine market as well as a background in the
financial sector, and will guide you through
our exclusive selection of fine wines to help
you build a strong and diversified portfolio.
Tax-Efficient
All our wines are stored at London City
Bond’s Vinotheque warehouse, which has
ideal conditions for wine storage, ensuring
the wines are able to mature properly. While
there, your wine will be exempt from VAT
and customs and excise duty and generally
exempt from Capital Gains Tax as they are
classed as ‘wasting assets’.
Market Growth
We take an active approach to research and
analysis and as a result we can regularly
provide you with updates on market value
and which new wines are set to surge,
ensuring we are best placed to assist you to
take advantage of opportunities when they
arise. The future of this market is exciting
and some experts expect to see the market
growing by 22% by Christmas 2014.
To find out more speak to one of the team by calling
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GOING FOR A SONG
Is there a 1964 Beatles 7-inch in your attic? Or an old 1960s Gibson in your garage? With the comeback
of vinyl and the continuing popularity of the electric guitar, you could be sitting on a gold mine
Andy Snipper
I
f you are of a certain age (certainly
if over 45) there is a fair chance you
will have purchased music on vinyl, in
either LP 33rpm 12-inch or Single 45rpm
7-inch format, and while many collections
are essentially worthless there are some
real gems to be found in even the least prepossessing of music collections. Musical
instruments, such as guitars and violins, can
also hold great value, depending on their
age, make, and origin of manufacture. But
more about that later.
Believe it or not, the popularity of vinyl
albums is higher than it has been for many
years – in contradiction to the proliferation
of digital mediums. The advent of compact
discs, digital recording and compressed
MP3s, looked like they would deal the
classic 12” vinyl long-player a fatal blow.
However, the sheer sound quality of
vinyl records over digital formats has
meant there was always a coterie of vinyl
enthusiasts who were prepared to go to
Repertoire, Retroworld and Esoteric. Some
almost any lengths for the ultimate in sound.
of these reissues have been truly awful with
This has kept the vinyl pressing plants alive.
highly unsympathetic transfers to the
Today, most full-length
digital format adding credence
recordings are released in
to the vinyl argument.
multiple formats, almost
This is where the
always including vinyl.
greatest potential
Some albums are even
for investment
released on vinyl
and profit can
only, for example,
be found, but
the modern blues
it is also where
musician Stephen
many unwary
Dale Petit’s
souls have found
album, Live at
themselves
High Voltage
drowning in
2010, was limited
plastic and
to a release of
without the profits
1000 vinyl albums
they had hoped for.
only. It sold out in a
Just because an
matter of weeks and is
album is on vinyl is no
now highly prized.
arbiter of worth. Investing
Along with this resurgence
in the vinyl market can be
of interest in new material
There are believed to be only four
fraught with difficulty as
has come a massive market in
copies in existence of this 1964
many owners want retail
reissues of classic albums on
7-inch of ‘Anna/Ask Me Why’ by
The Beatles, on Vee Jay Records. value for items that they may
CD through labels such as
be selling to trade; but, if you find that
elusive gem, the profits can be exceptional.
For instance a 1964 7-inch of ‘Anna/
Ask Me Why’ by The Beatles, on Vee
Jay Records, was recently valued at over
£15,000, with only four copies having been
confirmed in existence.
From making records, to the instruments
that are recorded onto them: no matter what
you think of guitars, they have always been
cool. Those playing them might not always
have been (ever heard of Jack Johnson?),
but the ones that really stick in the memory
always will be (unarguably Jimi Hendrix).
Classic guitars of certain vintages can
be worth quite a bit of money, so it may pay
to dust off the old Rickenbacker and have
a look at it. Much like wines, a guitar’s
provenance and year of production will often be of utmost importance.
In the mid-sixties, the mass-market
demand for musical instruments really
took-off, when the music scene was at
its most fecund – with everything from
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route is with Piano Auctions Ltd. They boast
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pianos and keyboard instruments.
If you want to sell a piano then a simple
phone call to Piano Auctions Ltd will
provide you with an estimated value and,
if you go ahead with them, they arrange
everything including the transport. They
also arrange catalogue descriptions, free
illustration where appropriate, and even —
if it is needed — tuning .
If you want to buy a piano then there
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They have four auctions a year held at
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In an economy where money seems
tight, the market for stringed
instruments has grown beyond all
expectation. The greatest increase over
the past ten years has been in Italian
instruments, putting violins and cellos
far outside the reach of many musicians.
As a general rule of thumb the best
instruments are Italian from the 17th
and 18th centuries, by makers such
as Stradivarius, Guarneri and Amati,
who were masters of their craft.
But as the Greats become the province
of collectors and investors, other, later
makers are also becoming vastly more
expensive. All of this is terrific news if you
own an instrument and are thinking of
selling, but is less good for the musician.
Amati offers you a free online valuation
of your instrument. This could be for
insurance purposes, sale or probate. Should
you decide to sell your instrument, as a
specialist string auction house, Amati holds
regular sales throughout the year. Amati
recently auctioned a French cello by JB
Vuillaume, made in Paris in 1863, which
sold for a world record price of £210,800.
An Italian cello by Carlo
Giuseppe Testore, Milan
(circa 1720). Recently sold by
Amati for £124,000.
They combine the flexibility of online
valuations with the peace of mind of
further research in person if necessary.
Amati.com is a place where violin
shops, dealerships, individuals,
makers and auction houses all
come together to buy and sell their
instruments. At the moment they have over
300 dealers and makers, and hundreds of
auction houses submitting their instruments
to the website.
This means that if you’re looking for an
instrument, wherever you are in the world
and whatever the price range, the chances
are that you’ll end up looking on Amati.com.
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DOWN UNDER MAN JM INSTRUMENTS
COMES OUT ON TOP! LUTE MAKER
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5 year old Maurice Scott living in
Australia decided to sell his 5,500
classical records. The lifelong collection had
begun in the UK where he was born and
raised. His passion was classical music and
he began buying records in the ’50s when he
was in his early 20s. The collection featured
important conductors and instrumentalists.
Reluctantly Mr. Scott needed to find
a loving home for the records. An option
available was to use the online auction site
eBay to dispose of them. However, listing of
items is time consuming and the balance of
power is always in favour of the buyer rather
than the seller. Another key consideration is
that posted records do get lost and records
are notoriously difficult to grade without
specialist equipment. Most classical records
watsonrecords.co.uk
have no commercial value therefore listing
the “wrong” records are a waste of time.
Watson Records, the premium UKbased dealer in classical records, provided
an attractive option and purchased the
collection in its entirety. All records
were collected from Mr Scott’s house in
Melbourne and delivered to one of WR’s
outlets in central Tokyo. WR are able to
purchase specialist classical collections and
typically trade in records worth upwards
of £100.
M INSTRUMENTS.COM makes fine,
hand-crafted, affordable copies of extant
lutes in museums and collections by Frei,
Burkholtzer and Sellas, as well as theorboes
and chitarroni. You can customise your
instrument with decorative extras or order a
plain instrument from the student range. The
saving could be spent on lessons, facsimiles
of manuscripts or another instrument for a
specific area of the vast lute repertoire.
Fine, slow-growing seasoned woods
from Europe are used, including bog oak
from East Anglia, up to 7,000 years old, as
an ecological alternative to ebony.
The least expensive lute is the children’s
model with 52.5cm strings at under £1,000.
For experienced/professional guitarists ready
to explore the baroque lute repertoire, then
there is a student 13 course lute.
A common misperception is the lute
takes along time to tune, but it has six pairs
of strings like a modern double-strung
guitar. The strings are stable nylon strings,
taking a few minutes to retune; gut strings
do take longer but they’re worth it. There is
a vast repertoire of music to play, from late
medieval to the late 18th century via the
Lute Society UK publications. Lute music
is written in tablature, like Guitar TAB but
with letters (French) and numbers (Italian).
For the more adventurous there is
an electric lute, with traditional lute
construction but in guitar tuning. Nails do
not need to be cut too, which is important
for professional classical guitarists.
‘Lutes for Less’
jminstruments.com T: 01283 734 388 E: [email protected]
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£300,000 at auction, making it the most
Psychedelic Rock to the ‘British Invasion’ of
valuable mass-production electric guitar
the US – and then Punk coming along and
ever built. Jimmy Page was allegedly offered
scaring everybody.
£1million for his ‘Number One’ 1959 Les
Significantly, it was around this time
Paul, which he is said to have refused.
that well established guitar companies,
Fender too have certain acclaimed vintages,
such as Fender and Gibson, were sold
with the 1952 Telecaster being particularly
to large corporations, who immediately
noteworthy among collectors.
modernised the existing factories in order
to increase production and profits –
often at a cost to quality.
Since then, famous guitar
players such as Eric Clapton,
Peter Green, Slash and Hank
Marvin contributed heavily
to sales of the iconic
Gibson Les Paul and
the Fender Stratocaster.
The demand for vintage
guitars still remains high,
but the supply has reduced
considerably, so now only
the most financially buoyant
collector can afford to pursue
their passion amidst skyrocketing Quality examples of classical instruments, like this violin from
famous maker Testore, will always fetch good money at auction.
auction prices.
While these figures may seem
The Gibson 1959 Les Paul Standard
astronomical, when venturing into the world
is considered a classic instrument, with
of serious financial investments, genuine
good models fetching premium prices. An
‘Classical’ instruments are in a different
authentic 1950s Les Paul is one of the most
league altogether. The best examples, such
desirable and expensive guitars in the world.
as antique violins and cellos, are incredibly
Only around 1700 were made between
sought after and bidding can be fierce.
1958 and 1960. Today an original model
These instruments are not just highly
can easily reach between £100,000 and
valuable in their own right as relics from
history, but are imbued with an artistry of
construction, a tone and quality that many
insist is simply not inherent in instruments
made in the modern era.
Nevertheless, at the lower end of this
market, a recent Bonhams’ sale of musical
instruments (Knightsbridge, October
2012), saw a violin by Joannes Franciscus
Pressenda dated circa 1840 sold for a
mere £134,500 – well within its estimate.
Although at the upper end of the scale,
Classical instruments are still fetching
staggering prices. The 1697 ‘Molitor’
Stradivarius (believed to have once
belonged to Napoleon and confirmed
to have been in the possession of Count
Gabriel Molitor, one of Napoleon’s
generals), sold in New York, 2010, to
violinist Anne Akiko Meyers for over £2m,
which at the time was a world record.
“In an economy where money seems
rather tight, the market for stringed instruments has grown beyond all expectation.
The greatest increase over the last ten years
has been in Italian instruments, putting
violins and cellos far outside the reach of
many musicians,” says James Buchanan,
specialist at Amati International (amati.com).
“As a general rule of thumb the best
instruments are Italian from the 17th and
18th centuries, these are the makers who have
names to conjure with, Stradivarius, Guarneri
and Amati. They were the forefathers of the
violin and the masters of their craft.”
It should not be forgotten – whether
it is an 18th Century Antonio Stradivari
or a Les Paul from the 20th Century – the
best quality, best designed and most finely
crafted instruments are more than just items
of luxury, they are historically significant
artefacts, part of both our cultural heritage
today and the music of tomorrow.
An original 1960s Gibson Les Paul could easily
realise several hundred thousand pounds for a
mint condition specimen. Image: Ethan Prater
CAMBRIDGE PIANOFORTE
Situated near the world renowned Cambridge Science Park, Cambridge Pianoforte specialises in unique and interesting pianos of outstanding quality.
A piano is an investment, and chosen wisely, it can offer a lifetime of unmatched
enjoyment in return. Here at Cambridge Pianoforte we have built our reputation
on service; not only in the manor we conduct ourselves, but in our background
and training.
For over 40 years we have provided a first class service to pianists and musicians,
both amateur and professional. Over the years we have promoted and actively
supported countless concerts, music festivals and other music events. We have
been technicians for international artists including Radu Lupu, Mitsuko Uchida,
Melvyn Tan and Tom Poster.
In addition to a wide range of new pianos, we also carry previously owned, restored
and a variety of part exchanged instruments.
Our superbly equipped workshop specialises in the restoration of pianos. However
large or small the task, the emphasis is on our attention to detail. Our highly skilled
craftsmen also focus on restoring top quality pianos, particularly those made by
Steinway and Sons. The restoration of a piano is a complex and lengthy process
which takes skill, knowledge, experience and patience. We strive to restore the
condition so that it is comparable to a new instrument, whilst retaining its integrity
and character.
Our staff are responsible for the preparation and tuning of the instruments in the
main concert venues in Cambridge. These include the Cambridge Corn Exchange,
West Road Concert Hall, Cambridge Arts Theatre and 28 of the Cambridge
Colleges. We also care for instruments throughout East Anglia and London.
We have an ever expanding range of sheet music from standard repertoire to the
weird and wonderful. Our express mail order service can be accessed via phone,
email or through our website. Books in stock are dispatched the same day and
most other titles are sent within a week.
www.cambridgemusic.net
01223 424007
10-12 Kings Hedges Road, Cambridge, CB4 2PA
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NO.TOM VINTAGE GUITARS
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ocated in the birthplace of punk in the
historic Denmark Street (otherwise
known as the British Tin Pan Alley) lives
No.Tom Guitars, a unique store selling
vintage and classic guitars, both acoustic
and electric, along with ukuleles, mandolins,
pedals, amps and other accessories. Owned
by Ron Smith, who has over 30 years of
expertise in the business, the store is often
referred to as a Disneyland for grown-ups
by the clients who walk through the door!
There is no other store like it in the country.
Ron works closely with his team, all
of whom have immense knowledge of the
products — and most of whom you could
catch at a gig after work! The team are
always looking for great guitars to buy or
part exchange as clients upgrade or find
something new they can’t live without!
In the basement is a thriving workshop
managed by the best luthier in the street,
who cares for all new arrivals as well as
maintaining all the guitars sold, upholding
The workshop will also repair guitars.
If you pass through the building you’ll
discover the secret gem of Soho — The
Backdoor, a mews cottage that’s ideal
for events such as book signings, guitar
workshops and photography exhibitions.
The space lends itself to intimate gatherings
in a unique venue. The surprise on the first
walls by the Sex Pistols, who both recorded
and lived there in the mid-1970s.
The newly launched website is updated
on a daily basis and all products are
available both online and in store. The
website is full of information on No.Tom’s
vintage and classic guitars along with its
other services such as insurance valuations
and international shipping.
Contact information
notomguitars.com
Twitter: @NoTomGuitars
Instagram: @NoTomGuitars
Facebook: /NoTomGuitars
Shop: 0207 240 7500
Workshop: 0207 240 8900
No.Tom Guitars, 6 Denmark Street,
London WC2H 8LX
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CALIBRE SPOTLIGHT
CALIBRE SPOTLIGHT
Twelve company profiles we think you might be interested in
At Homes & Antiques magazine, we love great design and
beautiful objects from every era. Alongside our unrivalled
guides to antiques and collectables, you’ll find inspiring
real interiors, sizzling style and decorating ideas, and a
huge range of features on everything from heritage and
architecture to vintage fashion.
We also like do the practical stuff too – whether it’s
restoring antiques, tackling a new kitchen or valuing your
antique and vintage finds for you. Every month we show
you the best antiques and vintage fairs to visit and look
at the most eye-catching buys at auction. We’re not just a
homes magazine but so very much more.
www.homesandantiques.com Tel: 0117 314 7444
Opus Arte is the Royal Opera House’s multi-platform
arts production and distribution company. It is a whollyowned subsidiary of the Royal Opera House, and was
established in 1999, growing rapidly to become one of the
world’s leading providers of the finest opera, ballet, theatre
and high-quality classical music content.
As well as releasing around twenty-five titles on DVD &
Blu-ray per year, the company has produced and directed
programmes that have been broadcast in over 60 countries,
licensed content to some of the world’s leading businesses,
and won many international awards for its range of
excellent productions.
www.opusarte.com Tel: 020 7240 1200
Most people nowadays have found that the cheapest and
most convenient way to buy insurance is to apply online.
With reduced overheads, insurance companies can provide
good quality insurance at a much lower cost than by more
traditional methods.
When it comes to household insurance these simple policies
sometimes do not provide complete cover. For example, if you
own collections of fine art and antiques or valuable jewellery,
you may find your household policy only covers them up to
a certain value. This is why Connoisseur Policies, a specialist
arranger of Valuables cover, has developed online policies that
can fill the gaps left by the main household insurers.
www.connoisseurpolicies.com Tel: 0870 2410142
British sculptor, Hamish Mackie, has become celebrated
for his confident handling of materials resulting in
strong, dynamic, living sculptures that capture an
instinctive moment of animal behaviour. He has been
sculpting as a career since 1996.
Edward Lucie-Smith, the well known art critic and
historian, wrote: “Hamish Mackie, now internationally
acclaimed, has emerged as one of the most talented and
original wildlife sculptors of his time. What Rodin did
with the human body, Mackie applies to animal forms”.
Mackie’s sculptures are all limited editions in bronze
or silver.
www.hamishmackie.com Tel: 01608 737 859
Established in 2009, Hallmark Coins has developed
a reputation for being one of the most honest and
knowledgeable numismatist professionals, aiding customers
in the purchase and sale of rare, collectible British coins.
The company proudly stocks some of the rarest pieces on
the market.
Our expert team can handle valuations over phone
and email. Personal service sets the tone in Hallmark’s
dealings with investors and collectors of numismatic assets
– customer satisfaction is key to their success. Start doing
business with Hallmark Coins now to ensure your portfolio
is in the right hands.
www.hallmarkcoins.co.uk Tel: 0800 612 7327
Established in 2009, Vine Capital is a London based team
of fine wine specialists. Sourcing some of the rarest and most
sought after wines on the market, Vine Capital has a well
preserved reputation for demonstrating large scale capital
growth throughout both the good times and the bad.
We ensure the wines we trade are of perfect provenance
and our wines are stored in the most prestigious wine
facility in the country, with all costs covered by ourselves
for the first year. Offering a complete brokerage service,
members of their dedicated team have both an in-depth
knowledge of the fine wine market, as well as a background
in the financial sector.
www.vine-capital.com Tel: 0845 0773041
Graham Budd Auctions Ltd are one of the UK’s leading
auctioneers, specialising in sports memorabilia. Our sales
encompass football memorabilia auctions, golf, cricket,
tennis, horse racing, rugby, Olympics, boxing and a wide
variety of other popular sports.
The sporting memorabilia market encompasses a wide
variety of items to sell or to collect. This includes material
relating directly to famous sporting celebrities such as medals,
trophies, and honours as well as kit and clothing worn
during their careers. Elsewhere, there is thriving interest in
artefacts such as programmes, tickets, autographs, decorative
& commemorative works of art and other interesting items.
www.grahambuddauctions.co.uk Tel: 020 8366 2525
Exclusive First Editions are the world’s leading
manufactures of 1:76 scale die-cast model coach and buses.
This scale matches the standard for UK ‘OO’ gauge model
railways. The aim of EFE was to provide a range of diecast models representing the diverse history of UK road
vehicles. All of our models are designed in the UK. The
Exclusive First Editions Collectors Association has been
going since 1993.
The aim of the association is to keep its subscribers up
to date with all the latest news on model releases, new
castings, and any other model information. With over 8000
enthusiasts subscribing already, it seems to be working well!
www.exclusivefirsteditions.com Tel: 020 8344 6720
Since beginning in 1985 Minelab has been the world leader
in providing metal detecting technologies for consumer,
humanitarian demining and military needs. Through
innovative research and development, Minelab is a major
manufacturer of hand-held metal detector products. Over the
past 20 years, Minelab has introduced more innovative and
practical technology than any of its competitors.
Minelab’s worldwide network of authorised dealers are able
to give you the most up-to-date knowledge in products and
techniques that will help you to improve your success rate
in the field. Minelab products continue to set new standards
in the world of metal detecting for both performance and
innovation. www.minelab.com Tel: 021 423 2352
Artists are seldom boring, and Jonathan Sainsbury is no
different. He takes great joy in the natural world, and his
passion for art comes from the Scottish Highlands where he
makes his home. From his work it is not difficult to see where
he gets his inspiration. Working with a variety of materials,
Jonathan paints atmospheric and evocative works of wildlife
and the environment, from small watercolours that intrigue
and draw you into the world of an early-morning walk on a
winter’s day, to large oils, rich in life and colour.
Jonathan trained at the Byam Shaw School of Art, before
completing an honours degree in Fine Art at Leeds College of
Art, and has always focused on the natural world in his work.
www.jonathansainsbury.com Tel: 01258 857 573
Run by mother and daughter team Anna Hunter and Laura
Walford, Belgravia Gallery is based on Albemarle Street
in the heart of London’s art district close to Piccadilly.
The gallery’s ethos is to be professional, welcoming and
approachable and has a strong emphasis on art for charity,
particularly on raising funds for The Sebastian Hunter
Memorial Trust. Belgravia Gallery is pleased to offer art
advisory services to both individual and corporate clients.
Site visits to homes and offices can be arranged, and the
gallery is happy to work with clients to provide art which
reflects personal style and taste or captures the ethos of a
company or business.
www.belgraviagallery.com Tel: 0207 495 1010
Boxall and Edmiston create critically acclaimed British
shotguns. Building on the experience of the company’s
owners the range of products is expanding annually with
five models now available. The Sideplated Boxlock was
released several years ago and is a favourite for clients old
and new. The true Sidelock completes the current range
of side-by-sides with numerous models in development for
launch over the coming years.
The over-under was released in 2012 and has been widely
praised by the public and media. The over-under is entirely
manufactured in the UK, a rarity for a range starting at
£14,800 and a first for the British gun trade.
www.boxallandedmiston.co.uk Tel: 01743 762 352
CALIBRE SPOTLIGHT
39
THE COTSWOLDS’
FINE ART
AUCTIONEERS
Advertorial Feature
I
f you’re looking to buy or sell fine art, antiques or
collectables, Chorley’s auction rooms provide the
perfect environment, with a knowledgeable and friendly
team of auctioneers and support staff. Located in rolling
parkland within the heart of the Cotswolds, access is easy
from the M4/M5 motorway network.
With regular sales including silver, jewellery and Chinese
works of art, Chorley’s valuers are happy to make noobligation home visits across the UK to give advice on selling
items at auction.
• Free auction valuations
• Live internet bidding
• Catalogues on international auction websites including:
The-saleroom.com, Invaluable, UK Auctioneers,
Barneby’s, EpaiLive (China)
• Member of SOFAA (Society of Fine Art Auctioneers) and
AAA (Association of Accredited Auctioneers)
• Insurance and probate valuations
• Exhibitions with Museums and private lenders
Chorley’s has held some of the most important regional sales
of the past few years, including:
Four-day sale of The
Shambles Victorian Museum
May 2009
Pair of Chinese hardstone
pictures
£411,400
May 2011
Chinese white jade
‘Phoenix’ marriage bowl
£314,600
March 2013
Art Nouveau
‘Suffragette’ brooch
£7,250
April 2013
Ivory Mughal dagger
from Corsham Court
£16,900
September 2013
Victorian sapphire
and diamond pendant
£9,650
September 2013
18th-century French
boulle-marquetry commode
£42,350
October 2013
Victorian fully furnished
doll’s house
£42,400
November 2013
While the rarest and finest items continue to command
high prices, middle and lower-range antiques are extremely
inexpensive to buy at auction and Chorley’s sales provide a
wonderful opportunity to furnish your house for a fraction
of the cost of buying from the high street.
To discuss your buying or selling requirements, please
contact Thomas Jenner-Fust at the address below.
Next Auction: 20th February 2014, to include Two Fine Private Collections of Studio Pottery
Chorley’s, Prinknash Abbey Park, Gloucestershire, GL4 8EU. T: 01452 344499 E: [email protected] W: simonchorley.com
Vintage Railway & Travel Posters
Posters starting from £15 - Over 900 to choose from
Free postage on orders over £40 (within the UK)
www.travelpostersonline.com

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