Auctions Collection

Farmers wellington boots and waterproof trousers outside pens at livestock market, Welshpool Livestock Market, Powys, Wales, august

Princess Diana at the Vanderbilt Racquet Club in London prior to a doubles match with David Verney (Lord Willoughby De Broke), Steffi Graf and Club Secretary Charles Swallow. 10th June 1988

Auctioneer on a Christmas and New Year card, with a lot of financial puns in the verse. Date: circa 1890s

Sothebys auction of Elton John items. Eltons famous Doc Martin boots were marched out of an auction for a record £ 11, 000 - in he hands of their maker

Wreck Auction At Jaerens Reef, 1880 (painting)
7432262 Wreck Auction At Jaerens Reef, 1880 (painting) by Ulfsten, Nikolai Martin (1854-85); 111.5x81 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Nicolai Ulfsten (1854-1885)); Photo © O. Vaering

Driver Geoff Mitchell and his co-driver Keith Read get off to a polished start in their MGA 1600 coupe outside the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Stratford

Car and Motorbike Auction at Lithgow Sons and Partners, Stokesley. Pictured, some of the cars and motorbikes which are under the hammer in todays sale. 28th June 1995

Mr Peter Bell shows off some of the microlights on sale at Acklington Auction Mart, while Mr John Charlton demonstrates one of the aircraft

Fruit auctions at Covent Garden 1900
Interior of a busy auction at Covent Garden, London. Date: 1900

Catalogue of rare books offered for sale by Leonard Smithers, 1896 (print)
7315210 Catalogue of rare books offered for sale by Leonard Smithers, 1896 (print) by Beardsley, Aubrey (1872-98) (after); (add.info.: Cover design of a lady reading a book)

John W. Mitchell famous auctioneer, Country Auction in Greenwich, Conn or Weston, Conn
3697776 John W. Mitchell famous auctioneer, Country Auction in Greenwich, Conn or Weston, Conn, 1937 (gelatin silver photo) by Beals

Sale by Auction of the Imperial Linen from the Civil List, Paris (engraving)
1057503 Sale by Auction of the Imperial Linen from the Civil List, Paris (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Fish Auction in Columbia Market (engraving)
1625949 A Fish Auction in Columbia Market (engraving) by Staniland, Charles J. (1838-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Fish Auction in Columbia Market)

A Liverpool Wool Sale (engraving)
1049146 A Liverpool Wool Sale (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Liverpool Wool Sale)

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 Babylonian Marriage Market (photogravure)
961136 The Babylonian Marriage Market (photogravure) by Long, Edwin (1829-91) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Babylonian Marriage Market; photogravure from the original painting by Edwin)

The Sale by Auction of Myers "Great American Circus and Hippodrome"(engraving)
1061192 The Sale by Auction of Myers " Great American Circus and Hippodrome" (engraving) by Dollman, John Charles (1851-1934) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Inside Paris, a Sale by Auction in the Fish Market (engraving)
1104725 Inside Paris, a Sale by Auction in the Fish Market (engraving) by Staniland, Charles J. (1838-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Inside Paris)

The new Tattersalls on Knightsbridge Green (engraving)
587517 The new Tattersalls on Knightsbridge Green (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The new Tattersalls on Knightsbridge Green)

Interior of Tattersalls auction house (engraving)
587515 Interior of Tattersalls auction house (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of Tattersalls auction house)

Fancy sale at the Hall of Commerce (engraving)
604643 Fancy sale at the Hall of Commerce (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fancy sale at the Hall of Commerce, Threadneedle Street, London)

Public Sales (engraving)
604642 Public Sales (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Public Sales, every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday during the year, Debenham, Storr & Sons)

Tattersalls Horse Repository (coloured engraving)
811014 Tattersalls Horse Repository (coloured engraving) by Rowlandson, T. (1756-1827) & Pugin, A.C. (1762-1832) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tattersalls Horse Repository)

Sale of Objects of Virtu in Paris (engraving)
2771963 Sale of Objects of Virtu in Paris (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sale of Objects of Virtu in Paris)

The auction of the Beasts of the Schneider Circus in Naples (Colour Litho)
2783588 The auction of the Beasts of the Schneider Circus in Naples (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

At a knocking out (colour litho)
3095690 At a knocking out (colour litho) by Concanen, Alfred (1835-86); Private Collection; (add.info.: At a knocking out)

A Picture Sale in Paris (engraving)
1613683 A Picture Sale in Paris (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Picture Sale in Paris. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 27 April 1872)

The Estate Auction, 1903 (oil on canvas)
2619040 The Estate Auction, 1903 (oil on canvas) by Spielter, Carl Johann (1851-1922); 70x100.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: ); Photo eChristies Images; German, out of copyright

A scene at Tattersall s, London (colour litho)
6010738 A scene at Tattersall s, London (colour litho) by Bacon, John Henry Frederick (1868-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A scene at Tattersall s, London)

Covent Garden - an auction (engraving)
820387 Covent Garden - an auction (engraving) by Thomson, Hugh (1860-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: Covent Garden - an auction; from a drawing by Hugh Thomson)

A birds eye view of society (engraving)
604650 A birds eye view of society (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A birds eye view of society)

Interior of the Hall of Commerce (engraving)
604652 Interior of the Hall of Commerce (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of the Hall of Commerce, Threadneedle Street, London)

People gathered in Tattersalls (engraving)
587525 People gathered in Tattersalls (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: People gathered in Tattersalls)

Tattersalls racehorse auctioneers (engraving)
587505 Tattersalls racehorse auctioneers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tattersalls racehorse auctioneers, London)

Tattersalls racehorse auctioneers (engraving)
587503 Tattersalls racehorse auctioneers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tattersalls racehorse auctioneers, London)

Settling Day at Tatersalls (engraving)
587521 Settling Day at Tatersalls (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Settling Day at Tatersalls, May 27, London)

Richard Tattersall (engraving)
812621 Richard Tattersall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Richard Tattersall, founder of race horse auctioneer)

Box lid, The Auctioneer Game

A Sale of Fox Hounds, 1812 (hand-coloured engraving)
2562191 A Sale of Fox Hounds, 1812 (hand-coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Infant Orphan Election at the London Tavern, Polling (engraving)
1610432 Infant Orphan Election at the London Tavern, Polling (engraving) by Hicks, George Elgar (1824-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Infant Orphan Election at the London Tavern)

The First Sale at Messers Tattersalls New Buildings (engraving)
1610270 The First Sale at Messers Tattersalls New Buildings (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The First Sale at Messers Tattersalls New Buildings)

A Picture Sale in London (engraving)
1613674 A Picture Sale in London (engraving) by Hopkins, Arthur (1848-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Picture Sale in London. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 27 April 1872)

The Fountaine Collection on Sale at Messers Christie and Mansons (engraving)
1622596 The Fountaine Collection on Sale at Messers Christie and Mansons (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Fountaine Collection, Articles purchased by the Syndicate (engraving)
1622606 The Fountaine Collection, Articles purchased by the Syndicate (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fountaine Collection)

Sale of the Blenheim China at Christie s, Some Rare Specimens (engraving)
1624583 Sale of the Blenheim China at Christie s, Some Rare Specimens (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sale of the Blenheim China at Christie s)

The Hamilton Palace Sale at Messers Christie and Mansion s, Works of Decorative Art (engraving)
1624072 The Hamilton Palace Sale at Messers Christie and Mansion s, Works of Decorative Art (engraving) by Sulman, Thomas (fl.1855-1900); Private Collection; (add.info)

Remarkable Relics sold at Stevenss Auction-Rooms on 1 July (b / w photo)
1600728 Remarkable Relics sold at Stevenss Auction-Rooms on 1 July (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sale of the Bernal Collection (engraving)
1602051 Sale of the Bernal Collection (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sale of the Bernal Collection)

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"Auctions: A Glimpse into the Past and Present" Step into the vibrant world of auctions, where treasures change hands and stories unfold. From farmers' wellington boots to rare books, they have long been a hub of excitement and discovery. At Welshpool Livestock Market in Powys, the air is filled with anticipation as farmers gather to sell their wares. Wellington boots and waterproof trousers stand proudly outside pens, ready for another day at the bustling livestock market. Even Princess Diana couldn't resist the allure of auctions. Prior to a doubles match at the Vanderbilt Racquet Club in London, she graced us with her presence, adding an extra touch of glamour to this thrilling event. The charm extends beyond everyday life - it even finds its way onto Christmas cards. Picture an auctioneer depicted on a festive card, spreading joy and cheer during the holiday season. Travel back in time to 1900 when fruit they were held at Covent Garden. The hustle and bustle filled every corner as buyers eagerly bid for nature's sweet offerings. In more recent times, Sotheby's hosted an iconic auction featuring Elton John's personal items. Among them were his famous Doc Martin boots that had walked countless stages around the world – a testament to both fashion and music history. However, not all auction scenes are joyful memories; some depict darker chapters from our past. In Pernambuco, Brazil in 1824, black slaves sat on streets while cruel transactions took place before their eyes – scenes that remind us of humanity's capacity for cruelty but also fuel our determination for justice. On a lighter note, drivers Geoff Mitchell and Keith Read kick-started their journey with polished finesse in one memorable race – proving that even motorsports can find their place under the auctioneer's gavel. Auction catalogues have always been windows into hidden worlds waiting to be explored.