Three upcoming sales at the UK auctioneer Pro Auction Limited showcase an incredible range of modern and antique collectors’ items. With everything from sophisticated bronzes to matchbox cars and comic books for the child at heart, there are thousands of pieces to choose from. Read on to discover some of our favourites.
Running from 25-26 February, the London Interior Designer Furniture auction includes a variety of home goods and décor. First up is a collection of wax seals and samples of calligraphy, arranged in a set of three frames of varying sizes. Ideal for display, the seals and penmanship are ornate and intriguing, turning antique letters into modern decoration.
Dating from the early 20th century, this bicycle hails from Bali and is complete with a leather satchel, flags, three working horns, and its original tyre pump. A highly unusual piece, this bicycle is in remarkable condition and has plenty of history.
Based off of the sculptures from the East pediment of the Parthenon, this mounted horse head brings a taste of the Greek Acropolis into your own home. The larger scene depicts the birth of Athena with the chariot of Helios rising out of the ocean, and has an illustrious history – the original can be visited at the British Museum.
Next up is the Important and Significant Vintage Toy Sale, from 4-5 March. Focusing on diecast vehicles, model trains and mechanical toys, there are plenty of novelties to be explored.
More than just a static model, this 1930s-style sedan comes with a key and winding mechanism that allows it to get up and go. Made in Germany, the model is in mint condition and comes complete with the original box.
For those who would rather travel by sea than by land, this model ship is a table-top sized reminder of the salty ocean air. She’s a scale reproduction of the HMS Victory, the ship best-known as Lord Nelson’s flagship at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805 and which is still preserved in Portsmouth, England.
Lastly is the Significant and Important Toy Collection sale from 18-19 March, auctioning off a private collection of models, comics and games amassed over the past fifty years.
For Marvel fans, this vintage issue of Captain America is a great piece of pre-blockbuster memorabilia, when comic books were eagerly anticipated and the on-screen version was Arthur Pierce rather than Chris Evans. First introduced in 1941, this collectable issue from 1969 tells the origin story of the infamous Avenger.
Another great piece of pop culture memorabilia, this diecast model of a Ford Mustang is the Mach 1 featured in the 1971 James Bond film Diamonds Are Forever. Complete with the original packaging, the car is a great commemoration to Sean Connery’s last appearance as 007.
All lots may be viewed on the online catalogue, and options for live webcasts of the auctions and virtual bidding are available with prior registration.
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