Lots from period homes in Usher's antique auction
THE next antique and collectible sale to take place at the Usher Auction Rooms in Kells, featuring close to 1,300 quality lots will be held on Monday, October 12.
Antique lovers, collectors and bargain hunters will have plenty to explore in this upcoming sale with items drawn from clearances of prominent period residences in counties Louth and Meath.
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Lot 535 - Italian Carved Olive Wood Heraldic Angel - Est €200-€400.Image 2 of 3
ABOVE: Lot 644 - Cased Study of Asian Pheasants - Est: €250-€450. RIGHT: Lot 922 - 18th Century Irish Longcase Clock by Phil Glasco, Dublin - Est €1000-€2000. LEFT: Lot 535 - Italian Carved Olive Wood Heraldic Angel - Est €200-€400.Image 3 of 3
Lot 922 - 18th Century Irish Longcase Clock by Phil Glasco, Dublin - Est €1000-€2000.A spokesperson for Ushers said they have everything from fine Georgian and Victorian furniture, Irish long case clocks to antiquarian books and Irish silver.
“Outside we have cut stone troughs, wrought iron gates and cast-iron fountains, patio sets and benches,” the spokesperson said.
Among the many other highlights are desks, mirrors, bookcases, chests and wardrobes, along with rare taxidermy, pine country kitchen furniture, tools, dinner and tea sets and a wide range of other interesting items.
Viewing at The Auction Rooms is open to the public and is highly recommended. It offers prospective buyers the opportunity to examine the quality, condition and variety of the lots ahead of the auction.