An inherited house can contain beautiful objects, practical furniture and pieces that no longer suit your home. Clearing everything quickly may feel tempting,…
Public selling by candle, by lot, and by hammer has shaped commerce in Ireland's southern counties for centuries. Cork, with its deep harbour and long…
An Irish silver hallmark is a stamped record of silver purity, not simply a decorative symbol. It may combine an assay-office mark, a date letter, maker’s…
Anyone who has stood in a sale room with a paddle in hand knows the quick jolt when the hammer rises. For those who would rather skip the pressure, there is a…
Many Australian collectors eventually consider parting with pieces they have cherished for decades, whether to redirect capital, simplify an estate, or simply…
Ebonised furniture emerged during the mid-19th century when Victorian craftsmen wanted a dramatic alternative to traditional mahogany and walnut. The process…
Antique Cork glassware occupies a distinctive place within the broader market for Irish ceramics, silver, furniture and decorative arts. Pieces associated with…
Researching an antique can turn an attractive object into a documented piece of social history. A carved chair, silver spoon, military medal or landscape…
Buying an antique is an opportunity to preserve history, support skilled dealers and bring a meaningful object into a home. It is also a transaction that…