Auction Mart Collection

Sketch from the Sale of Shakesperes House, at the Auction Mart, 16 September 1847 (engraving)
1096132 Sketch from the Sale of Shakesperes House, at the Auction Mart, 16 September 1847 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The hall of the Auction Mart, St Bartholomews Lane, London (coloured engraving)
584436 The hall of the Auction Mart, St Bartholomews Lane, London (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hall of the Auction Mart)

The Auction Mart, Tokenhouse Yard, London, Mr G Somers Clarke, Architect (engraving)
2812394 The Auction Mart, Tokenhouse Yard, London, Mr G Somers Clarke, Architect (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Auction Mart, Tokenhouse Yard)

The Auction Mart, London (engraving)
6004232 The Auction Mart, London (engraving) by Neale, J. P. (1771/80-1847); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Auction Mart, London)

Auction Mart, Tokenhouse Yard (litho)
6024864 Auction Mart, Tokenhouse Yard (litho) by Luker, William (1820-92); Private Collection; (add.info.: Auction Mart, Tokenhouse Yard)

The coffee room of the Auction Mart, St Bartholomews Lane, London (coloured engraving)
584437 The coffee room of the Auction Mart, St Bartholomews Lane, London (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The coffee room of the Auction Mart)

The Old Moot Hall, Leeds, c. 1825 (oil on canvas)
LMG100056 The Old Moot Hall, Leeds, c.1825 (oil on canvas) by Rhodes, Joseph (1782-1854); 70.5x94.9 cm; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; eLeeds Museums and Galleries; English

Auction Mart, St. Bartholomews Lane, from London and it
931623 Auction Mart, St. Bartholomews Lane, from London and its Environs in the Nineteenth Century pub. Jones & Co. 1827-1829 (engraving) by Shepherd

Interior view of the coffee room at the Auction Mart, Bartholomew Lane, City of London, 1811

Interior view of the hall in the Auction Mart, Bartholomew Lane, City of London, 1811

Interior of the Auction Mart in Bartholomew Lane, City of London, 1835

View of the Auction Mart in Bartholomew Lane, City of London, 1815. Artist: J Shury
View of the Auction Mart in Bartholomew Lane, City of London, 1815

The Auction Mart, Bartholomew Lane, City of London, 1817. Artist: Thomas Higham
The Auction Mart, Bartholomew Lane, City of London, 1817

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Step back in time and immerse yourself in the bustling world of the auction mart. From Truro to London, these captivating images transport us to a bygone era where deals were struck and treasures exchanged. In Boscawen Street, Truro, Cornwall around 1900, we catch a glimpse of the Auction Mart from the west end looking east. The scene is alive with anticipation as buyers and sellers gather for their chance at acquiring coveted items. Fast forward to September 16th, 1847, and we find ourselves amidst the Sale of Shakespeare's House at the Auction Mart. This sketch captures the excitement that filled the air on that historic day when one lucky bidder would become the proud owner of a piece of literary history. Moving on to St Bartholomews Lane in London, we are greeted by a grand hall adorned with vibrant colors. This colored engraving showcases an architectural masterpiece where auctions unfolded against a backdrop of elegance and sophistication. Tokenhouse Yard becomes our next destination as Mr G Somers Clarke's vision comes to life in this enchanting engraving. The Auction Mart stands tall as a testament to craftsmanship while serving as a hub for trade and commerce. London's Auction Mart takes center stage once again in another captivating engraving. Its imposing presence commands attention as it welcomes eager participants seeking both rare finds and lucrative investments. A litho print transports us further into Tokenhouse Yard's heart - its very own Auction Mart. Here, countless transactions took place under its roof, shaping destinies and changing lives forever. Stepping inside reveals more than just business; it unveils glimpses into social interactions within these hallowed walls. The coffee room at St Bartholomews Lane offers respite amid all the excitement - an oasis where conversations flowed freely over steaming cups of liquid inspiration. Leeds' Old Moot Hall beckons us back even earlier - circa 1825 - showcasing how auction marts were not limited to London alone.