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Country House Roundup!
Posted On: 20 Sep 2023 by Jodie Merritt to Auction UpdateLast week saw the climax of our latest Country House Sale - and what a showstopping event this was! With a huge variety of lots of all types, sizes, shapes and prices, this was always going to be a sale packed with excitement, and the reality certainly didn’t disappoint! To allow you to relive the fun and enjoy the experience, we have put together a roundup of the top five lots that went under the hammer, and found brand new owners in our lucky buyers!
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Portrait In The Style of Anthony van Dyck (1559-1641) - Hammer Price £1950
One piece that was snapped up in no time was this extraordinary head and shoulder portrait, that went under the hammer for an impressive £2050. Featuring a stern gentleman, complete with beard and ruff collar rendered in remarkable detail on oil, this was a true masterpiece, framed in an ornate giltwood and gesso frame to finish that “wow” factor. This is sure to be a highlight in the home of the lucky buyer!
2. Breitling Chronometre Navitmer Model D23322 - Hammer Price £2050
Top of the pile was this stunning Breitling watch, which sold for an impressive £2050 - a price that was still an amazing bargain for the lucky buyer! Crafted from a combination of gold and stainless steel, the sharp, crisp body is perfectly complimented by a sleep black leather strap in that classic Breitling design. Overall, this was a gorgeous example of an automatic chronograph wristwatch that is still in full working order, and a true jewel in the crown of last weeks sale!
3. Royal Naval College Dartmouth: The Kings Medal, 1913 - Hammer Price £2050
Another stunning piece, this Kings Medal from the Royal Naval College, Dartmouth was a wonderful addition to the collection of our lucky bidder. With exquisite attention to detail, quality engraving, and a bespoke leather case to protect this treasure, this was a truly wonderful addition to our Country House sale.
4. Omega Ladies Wristwatch - Hammer Price £1800
No Country House sale would be complete without beautiful jewellery, and this ladies Omega watch was a truly exquisite piece. Dated to the late 1960’s, this glorious example of horology featured 18ct white gold and diamonds, set off by a stunning Milanese bracelet. An amazing beauty to adorn the wrist of the lucky bidder!
And there we have it - a roundup of some of the most incredible pieces from our Country House sale, and a taste of the amazing array of lots that we are lucky enough to work with here at Ryedale. Keep your eyes peeled for our next sale, and well done to all our lucky bidders!
