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We're Buzzing at Sworders

We're Buzzing at Sworders

Hidden around the Stansted Mountfitchet site of Sworders Fine Art Auctioneers, we are lucky to have two beehives that have been busily working throughout the year. Jars of honey were offered in return for donations, which went towards to raising money for 'Young Lives vs Cancer', our charity of the year, and we’re hoping that more honey will be on offer in 2025. John Black delves into the apiary...

4 December 2024


Take a Seat | William Carr & Chairfinder

Take a Seat | William Carr & Chairfinder

Chairfinder, based near Darlington in the North East of England, is a family-run business with a flair for unique, fine and beautifully crafted chairs and interior items. Run by the ever-passionate William Carr, who scours the country looking for exceptional and distinctive items as well as collaborating with contemporary artists and designers. 

27 November 2024


Franklin & Hare | The Craft of Upholstery

Franklin & Hare | The Craft of Upholstery

Family-run business Franklin & Hare, owned by Rich and Hannah, specialises in traditional, high-quality re-upholstery, and handcrafted, sustainable, bespoke furniture made from natural materials.

25 November 2024


Princely Features | A bust of Roman Royalty

Princely Features | A bust of Roman Royalty

A Roman marble portrait bust of an Antonine prince, dating from c.140 CE, coming up in our Fine Interiors sale on the 3 and 4 December.

22 November 2024


Eternal Interiors

Eternal Interiors

Roman Sculpture and Modern Interiors from a Private European Collection

December's Fine Interiors auction features the second part of a remarkable European private collection, fronted by three Roman marble torsos.

20 November 2024


The Charm of Venice | A City Captured Through the Eyes of Artists

The Charm of Venice | A City Captured Through the Eyes of Artists

Venice, with its labyrinth of canals, iconic bridges, and breathtaking architecture, has captivated artists for centuries. This city, often described as a floating jewel, has been a muse for painters from the Old Masters to contemporary creators, each capturing its essence in unique and intimate ways.

15 November 2024


Devotion to a Queen | A Lifetime Collection of Victoriana Comes to Auction

Devotion to a Queen | A Lifetime Collection of Victoriana Comes to Auction

John Black at Sworders recently had the pleasure of valuing a remarkable local collection centred on a unique passion: memorabilia of Queen Victoria.

14 November 2024


The Selected Contents of The Old House, Aspley Guise, Bedfordshire

The Selected Contents of The Old House, Aspley Guise, Bedfordshire

Our 3 and 4 December Fine Interiors sale will offer the selected contents of The Old House, a beautiful 16th century manor house in the sought-after Bedfordshire village of Aspley Guise, which features a vast array of desirable and beautiful items for your home.

11 November 2024


Take Home a Piece of Holkham's Legacy

Take Home a Piece of Holkham's Legacy

We are honoured to announce Holkham | The Attic Sale, a once-in-a-lifetime auction that marks a historic first for Holkham Hall, Norfolk. Under the instruction of Thomas Edward Coke, 8th Earl of Leicester, this unique event will take place on 11 February 2025, showcasing over 400 treasures that have resided in the storerooms, attics, and cellars of this renowned Palladian estate.

11 November 2024


Symbolic Masterpieces | Kangxi Famille Verte Sweetmeat Dishes

Symbolic Masterpieces | Kangxi Famille Verte Sweetmeat Dishes

The Kangxi famille verte sweetmeat dishes serve as a remarkable testament to the artistic and cultural legacy of the Qing dynasty. Their intricate designs and auspicious symbols resonate with the values of longevity and prosperity, making them much more than mere tableware. 

5 November 2024