Auction Collection (page 6)

An auction at Billingsgate Fish Market (engraving)
970514 An auction at Billingsgate Fish Market (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An auction at Billingsgate Fish Market)

Jottings at the Horncastle Horse Fair (engraving)
1053065 Jottings at the Horncastle Horse Fair (engraving) by Corbould, Alfred Chantrey (1852-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jottings at the Horncastle Horse Fair)

India House (coloured engraving)
810993 India House (coloured engraving) by Rowlandson, T. (1756-1827) & Pugin, A.C. (1762-1832) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: India House, the sale room)

Lady Burdett-Coutts at a Sale at Christies (litho)
2788095 Lady Burdett-Coutts at a Sale at Christies (litho) by Furniss, Harry (1854-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lady Burdett-Coutts at a Sale at Christie s)

A curious system for alleviating unemployment in New York (colour litho)
2777841 A curious system for alleviating unemployment in New York (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A curious way to alleviate unemployment in New York)

The Auction (engraving)
604654 The Auction (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration titled The Auction)

A fish auction in Columbia Market, London (engraving)
604004 A fish auction in Columbia Market, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A fish auction in Columbia Market)

Settling Day at Tattersalls, print made by Charles Hunt, 1836 (aquatint)
661031 Settling Day at Tattersalls, print made by Charles Hunt, 1836 (aquatint) by Pollard, James (1797-1867) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tattersalls is the auction house for racehorses)

The Dark Man Dressed in Blue (colour litho)
729963 The Dark Man Dressed in Blue (colour litho) by Concanen, Alfred (1835-86); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dark Man Dressed in Blue)

A fish auction in Columbia Market (engraving)
728682 A fish auction in Columbia Market (engraving) by Staniland, Charles J. (1838-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: A fish auction in Columbia Market)

The Hill at Norwich on Market Day, 1871 (oil on canvas)
NCM94522 The Hill at Norwich on Market Day, 1871 (oil on canvas) by Barwell, Frederick Bacon (c.1831-1922); 98.8x152.2 cm; Norwich Castle Museum

India House, The Sale Room, from Ackermanns Microcosm of London
BAL8499 India House, The Sale Room, from Ackermanns Microcosm of London, engraved by Joseph Constantine Stadler (fl.1780-1812), 1808 (aquatint) by Rowlandson, T.(1756-1827) & Pugin

Picture sale at Messrs. Christie and Manton s, King Street, St James s, London (engraving)
584435 Picture sale at Messrs. Christie and Manton s, King Street, St James s, London (engraving) by Morin, Edmond (1824-82); Private Collection; (add.info.: Picture sale at Messrs)

The "tis-buts"box, Before going to bed, In the vinery, The auction (engraving)
6010570 The " tis-buts" box, Before going to bed, In the vinery, The auction (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The " tis-buts" box)

Dr Syntax at an auction
3781183 Dr Syntax at an auction by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); (add.info.: Dr Syntax at an auction, illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from Doctor Syntaxs Tour in Search of Consolation by William)

Vente Du Poisson A La Criee (engraving)
3650286 Vente Du Poisson A La Criee (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vente Du Poisson A La Criee)

An Aristocratic Auction! (colour litho)
3648298 An Aristocratic Auction! (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Aristocratic Auction)

Our Artist in Wales, I, A Sale of Live Stock in Anglesey (engraving)
1044373 Our Artist in Wales, I, A Sale of Live Stock in Anglesey (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our Artist in Wales, I)

A Sale of English Beauties in the East Indies, pub. 1786 (hand coloured engraving)
3035659 A Sale of English Beauties in the East Indies, pub. 1786 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lloyd s, London (b / w photo)
3096632 Lloyd s, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lloyd s, London)

The Mackerel Fishery, Sketches in a Devonshire Village (engraving)
1058554 The Mackerel Fishery, Sketches in a Devonshire Village (engraving) by Macquoid, Percy (1852-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Mackerel Fishery, Sketches in a Devonshire Village)

The French Crown Jewels (litho)
1050514 The French Crown Jewels (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The French Crown Jewels, to be sold by Auction in Paris, 12 May)

The Wilson Affair, front cover of Le Grelot, 16th October 1887 (litho)
CHT163187 The Wilson Affair, front cover of Le Grelot, 16th October 1887 (litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Selling fish at auction on the English coast (chromolitho)
1094059 Selling fish at auction on the English coast (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Selling fish at auction on the English coast)

Thomas Taylor, 1808. Creator: Charles Balthazar Julien Fevret de Saint-Memin
Thomas Taylor, 1808

Vente publique de tableaux (Public sale of paintings), c. 1785. Found in the collection of Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Farmers balloting for farm implements during the Second World War. 21st March 1943

A press preview for an auction in aid of the Invalid Childrens Aid Association. Jean Shrimpton modelling some of the clothes given for the auction by many Hollywood personalities

A car auction in Stockesley, North Yorkshire. 1971

The scene in the Liverpool Fruit Exchange with auctioneer Mr C. G
The scene in the Liverpool Fruit Exchange with auctioneer Mr C.G. Thrawl conducting the business. 14th April 1969

The annual four day sale of Christmas Poultry started at Crawcrook Auction today. Some of the 6, 869 birds waiting to go under the hammer. 19th December 1972

Diana, Princess of Wales arrives for a private viewing and reception at Christies in London where she has put up a collection of her evening dresses for auction

Fishing feature in Grimsby, Lincolnshire. Auctioneer Sam Bee raises his hand and another lot of Cod from the Icelandic trawler August is sold to one of the buyers who surround him. 12th April 1961

The days catch being auction at Hulls Fish Dock at St Andrews Dock. Circa 1956

Fresh ice is added to the catch before it is sold and shipped to fishmongers across the country from Hulls Fish Dock at St Andrews Dock. Circa 1947

The catch from the stern trawler "Lord Nelson"
The catch from the stern trawler " Lord Nelson" seen here being loaded on to a lorry after being sold at the Fish Dock at St Andrews Dock, Hull. 24th January 1979

Auction at Elm Park. Reading, 27th September 1998

The last 14 bottles of the cratur which were salvaged from the wreck of the SS Politician went under the auctioneers hammer in Glasgow

Auctioneers marked the end of the engineering yard, Clark-Kincaid engine works in Wallsend. The yard closed with the loss of 360 jobs

Going, Going, Gone! Auctioneer, Philip Walker of Lithgow Sons and Partners, Stokesley with some of the cars including a 1935 Standard Nine which are under the hammer in todays sale. 28th June 1995

Shoppers looking for a last minute bargain gather around the poulterers stalls in Charterhouse Street close to Smithfield Market as the turkey auctions begin on Christmas Eve, London

Cart and Van Horse Auction, New Kent Road, London, circa December 1947

Catalogue for the sale of Donald McGill original Postcards, Sotheby s, London, 18th July 1967. Also pictured at the sale, Lynda Bird Johnson, daughter of USA President, Lyndon, B Johnson

Day in the life of Sothebys Auction House. Fine book and Manuscript auction. Circa May 1948

Rare alcohilic drinks for sale at Christies auction first ever sale in Scotland. Glasgow central hotel, April 1969

The Vaux Brewery in Sunderland - The companies remaining equipment, etc, is put under the hammer in an auction 16 September 1999 - Buyers look at the vehicles which are up for sale

Cowboys on stage in a scene from the Gaming Show April 1914 P000317

A Print Sale - A Night Auction, 1788. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
A Print Sale - A Night Auction, 1788

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Step right up, ladies and gentlemen, to the thrilling world of auctions. From farmers' wellington boots and waterproof trousers outside pens at livestock markets in Welshpool Livestock Market, Powys to the bustling Chichester Cattle Market in 1962, these lively events have captivated people throughout history. Travel back in time with us to witness a slave auction in New Orleans or experience the excitement of the sale of paintings from the Cook Collection at Sotheby's in 1958. In Bakewell, Derbyshire Cattle Market - both number one and three - witness the vibrant atmosphere as buyers and sellers haggle over prized livestock. But auctions aren't just about trading goods; they are windows into society itself. Observe a little girl peering out her window yearning for adventure on a day when there will be "No Walk Today. " Or immerse yourself in the hustle and bustle of a fish auction at Columbia Market. Even institutions like the Royal Navy couldn't resist this captivating method of exchange, as depicted by an intriguing poster advertising their own auction back in 1910. And who could forget that heartwarming Christmas and New Year card featuring an auctioneer passionately conducting business? Auctions bring people together from all walks of life – whether it's bidding at The Family Friend magazine's February 1873 issue or witnessing workmen dismantling a Boeing mock-up piece by piece. These events showcase not only our desire for possessions but also our shared human spirit. So join us as we delve into this fascinating world where fortunes are made or lost with each raise of a hand or nod of approval. Auctions truly embody humanity's timeless pursuit: finding value amidst chaos while creating connections that transcend time itself.