Sworders Fine Art Auctioneers offers specialist expertise in the valuation and sale of ancient artefacts. From classical antiquities of the Mediterranean world to early medieval objects, we handle a broad range of items including pottery, sculpture, glassware, metalwork, and religious iconography. These remarkable pieces frequently feature in our quarterly Fine Interiors sales, where they are presented alongside period furniture, paintings, and decorative works of art, creating a compelling context for collectors and connoisseurs alike.
With an in-depth understanding of the international market for antiquities, our team draws on decades of experience to identify and attribute works of ancient art, establish proper provenance, assess condition, and navigate the complexities of cultural heritage law and ethical collecting practices. We work closely with private collectors, institutions, and estate representatives to ensure each object is appropriately appraised and positioned to achieve its full potential at auction.
Recent market trends show sustained demand for well-documented classical pieces, especially those with prestigious or academic provenance. There is also growing interest in objects with a strong decorative appeal, often favoured by interior designers and cross-collecting buyers. Sworders’ blend of scholarly insight and strategic marketing places us at the forefront of this evolving market.
Our specialists host regular valuation days and would be happy to assist. To learn more or to enquire about having your items valued, please contact us or complete our online form.
Want to know how much your Ancient Art & Antiquities may be worth? Fill out our easy to use form and a member of the team will be in touch with free advice shortly.
To be sold in our December Fine Interiors sale, this pair of mid-18th-century giltwood pier mirrors features the masks, scrolls and rococo ornament closely linked to Matthias Lock’s influential published designs.
18 November 2025
Two rediscovered sculptures from Barrington Hall, Hatfield Broad Oak, will be offered for sale on the open market for the first time in nearly 300 years, in our December Fine Interiors sale.
13 November 2025
Discover four curiosities from an East Anglian Private Collection in our Open House timed auction, taking place 4–10 November.
4 November 2025