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On the Eve of Churchill’s Resignation

A signed Churchill letter to R.A. Butler and a photograph taken the day before his resignation as prime minister headline a group of historically rich political lots in Sworders’ Open House sale from 9–15 December.

9 December 2025

Monumental Medicine

Photographs of Agnes Bennett | A Female Trailblazer

Discover a fascinating collection of carte de visite photographs relating to Agnes Bennett, in our next Open House timed auction, running from 2-8 December.

1 December 2025

Ceramiche Rigon

We are delighted to be offering a collection of Roberto Rigon's stylised animal works in our first Design auction of 2026, which takes place on Tuesday 27 January.

24 November 2025

A Fresh Glaze at Ladi Kwali

A Valuation Day Discovery

At a recent valuation day in our Stansted Mountfitchet salerooms, two ceramics were brought in that made our specialists sit up and take interest.

24 November 2025

Unmasking a Rococo Master

A pair of George II Mirrors Attributed to Matthias Lock

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

Strength and Serenity

Rediscovering the Sculptures of Barrington Hall

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

Versace, Versace, Versace | From Gianni to Donatella

Sworders are delighted to present a collection of Gianni Versace dresses in our upcoming Jewellery, Gifts and Luxury Goods sale, taking place on Wednesday 26 November.

11 November 2025

Highlights from an East Anglian Private Collection | Four Curious Treasures

Discover four curiosities from an East Anglian Private Collection in our Open House timed auction, taking place 4–10 November.

4 November 2025

Boxy Brilliance | Two Volvos with Character and Provenance

Sworders is pleased to present two classic Volvos in our forthcoming Cars & Automobilia sale - cars that neatly showcase the marque’s practical elegance and loyal following.

31 October 2025

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