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Imperial Provenance: Two Historic Pieces from the Romanov Legacy

LATEST NEWS, FINE INTERIORS

Imperial Provenance: Two Historic Pieces from the Romanov Legacy

In our upcoming Fine Interiors auction on 9–10 December 2025, two lots offer more than fine craftsmanship and design — they carry the weight of imperial history. One piece was acquired from Provender House, the Kent home of Princess Olga Andreevna Romanoff, and the other holds a curious clue to its past, bearing a connection to the Russian Imperial family. 

23 October 2025

 
Titans of Murano Glass: Paolo Venini

LATEST NEWS, GLASS

Titans of Murano Glass: Paolo Venini

Murano’s centuries-old glassmaking tradition meets 20th-century design in this spotlight on Paolo Venini and his iconic Inciso vases.

23 October 2025

 
Discussing Design

20TH CENTURY ART & DESIGN, LATEST NEWS

Discussing Design

Georgie Wykeham of GW Designs

Known for creating timeless spaces through layers of colour, texture and pattern, interior designer Georgie Wykeham delves into the catalogue of our latest Design auction. Georgie has carefully selected her favourite lots from the 21 October sale, and shares insights into her design philosophy and inspiration.

16 October 2025

 
Step Inside and Explore

OPEN HOUSE, LATEST NEWS

Step Inside and Explore

View Before You Bid at Open House

Our Open House sales are in full swing! Come along for in-person viewings, browse exciting new lots, and bid online throughout the week. With new items added regularly, there’s always something to discover.

14 October 2025

 
The Art of the Poster

MODERN & CONTEMPORARY PRINTS, LATEST NEWS, PAINTINGS & SCULPTURE, SPONSORSHIP

The Art of the Poster

Sworders Supports | The Curwen Print Study Centre

Sworders proudly supports The Art of the Poster, a selling exhibition at The Curwen Print Study Centre featuring original lithographic posters by leading modern artists such as Picasso, Miró, and Chagall. Each purchase helps fund the Centre’s vital work in printmaking education and preservation.

8 October 2025

 
Celebrating Women Artists

LATEST NEWS, PAINTINGS & SCULPTURE, MODERN BRITISH ART, LONDON

Celebrating Women Artists

An Evening with Chloë Cheese at Sworders London

On 25 September our London Gallery was proud to host a preview event for our autumn Modern & Contemporary Art auction, in partnership with The Fry Art Gallery. Acclaimed illustrator, painter, and printmaker Chloë Cheese provided a captivating talk that celebrated the achievements of women artists and was thoroughly enjoyed by all in attendance.

6 October 2025

 
Worth its weight in… glass?

LATEST NEWS, GLASS

Worth its weight in… glass?

As we approach our first edition of The Glass Sale, taking place later this month, let us guide you through the history and defining features of 18th century glass.

3 October 2025

 
Diary Discovery | Francis Crick (1916-2004)

LATEST NEWS, BOOKS & MAPS

Diary Discovery | Francis Crick (1916-2004)

Our upcoming Books, Manuscripts and Maps auction runs from Friday 24 October - Sunday 2 November, and will feature the extraordinary diaries kept by molecular biologist Francis Crick (1916-2004).

2 October 2025

 
A Private Collection | C H Brannam Pottery

20TH CENTURY ART & DESIGN, LATEST NEWS

A Private Collection | C H Brannam Pottery

We are excited to present an impressive private collection of ceramics, with highlights by C H Brannam Pottery. The private collection will open the autumn edition of our Design auction, taking place on 21 October.

2 October 2025

 
Celebrating Georgian Heritage

LATEST NEWS, LONDON, SPONSORSHIP

Celebrating Georgian Heritage

Sworders Auction in Support of The Georgian Group

We are delighted to be partnering with The Georgian Group for a special fundraising auction to be held in January 2026. Together, we are helping to safeguard Britain's Georgian treasures for generations to come.

01 October 2025

 

 

 

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