S.S. Tasmania: Maritime Disaster and Lost Rothschild Jewellery
The annals of maritime history are replete with tales of shipwrecks, each offering unique insights into the perils of seafaring and the...
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SYNOPSIS MAGAZINE
Aug 11
Beric Young: A Model of a 20th Century British Artist
Beric Young (1902-1979) occupies a significant position in the pantheon of 20th-century British painters, embodying both the continuity...
Jul 13
Hidden Messages in the Language of Flowers
In the refined salons and manicured gardens of Victorian and Edwardian England, a secret language blossomed—one that spoke volumes...
May 27
The History and Collectability of British and Australian Gold Sovereign Coins
Gold sovereign coins have a rich history that intertwines the economic, political, and cultural narratives of Britain and Australia....
Mar 3
Campaign Furniture: From Battlefield to the Modern Home
While its usage can be traced back to ancient times, campaign furniture became most notably associated with the Georgian and Victorian...
Feb 21
The Cup of Sorrows: Emblem of Tragedy and the Ending of the Romanov Dynasty
The Coronation Cup of Tsar Nicholas II Alexandrovich Romanov and Tsarina Alexandra Feodorovna, emblazoned with the Romanov eagle and the...
May 24, 2023
Ulla Procopé and the Golden Age of Finnish Design
The Golden Age of Finnish Design, which flourished during the mid-20th century, marked a transformative period in the country's design...
May 21, 2023
Gilt Edged Splendour & The Resurgence of Antique Tableware
In the fast-paced world of ever-changing trends, one thing remains constant: the timeless allure of antique tableware. These cherished...
May 16, 2023
Apostle Spoons: Symbolism, Craftsmanship, and Historical Significance
Apostle spoons are a type of silver spoon that gained popularity in Europe, particularly in England, during the 16th and 17th centuries....
Apr 19, 2023
Distinguished Conduct: A Tangible Connection To The Past
Objects that come into the auction house at Swan Deverell are seen as more than just another lot to pass under the hammer. Historic...
Jan 21, 2023
From Our Director: Stan Laurel Career Connection
Lot #004 in our Antiques & Estates auction is this limited edition set of Laurel and Hardy bookends from Royal Doulton. As I was...
Jan 16, 2023
Unexpected Symbols
Recently consigned for our Antiques & Estates auction is this piece of 'trench art' - a WWI Australian 'Souvenir of the Somme' brass...
Aug 3, 2022
Crown of St Stephen Brooch
This wonderful vintage costume brooch depicts the Crown of St Stephen, also known as the Holy Crown of Hungary. The Holy Crown of Hungary...
Jul 23, 2022
The Crowle Collection
A number of our upcoming auctions include pieces from the collection of William (1880 - 1948) and Lorna Crowle (1898 - 1985). William...
Jun 14, 2022
Auction Connections: Lost Historic Houses
As well as her antiques background, our director and auctioneer Hannah Clayton Atkin was previously the Development Manager of the...
Nov 20, 2021
Portrait: Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun
Born in Paris in 1755, Elisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun was the daughter of Jeanne (née Maissin), a hairdresser, and portraitist Louis...
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