Archive for October, 2009

Porsche 356B Super 90 Auctioned At Shannons Sydney Sale

Sunday, October 25th, 2009

A very original 1960 model Porsche 356B Super 90 coupe requiring some refurbishment was the top priced vehicle at Shannons Spring Classic Auction in Sydney on 12th October, selling for $67,000 – well above its pre-auction high estimate of $48,000.
The Porsche, which had been in the hands of the same owner since 1964, was [...]

1952 Melbourne Cup for Bonhams and Goodman Auction

Tuesday, October 20th, 2009

After the 2009 Melbourne Cup is won next month, punters will have a chance to acquire their own piece of racing history when the 1952 Melbourne Cup trophy is auctioned in Melbourne.
The Cup was won by 4 year old stallion, Dalray, who was the 5/1 favourite and carried the huge weight of 61 kilograms – [...]

Rare Bracket Clock for Bonhams and Goodman Auction

Saturday, October 17th, 2009

A rare 19th century automata bracket clock is one of the highlights of Bonhams and Goodman Fine Furniture & Decorative Arts auction. Once owned by the Maharaja of Patna in the 1890s, this charming clock is estimated to achieve between $50,000 – 60,000 at the auction on Tuesday 18 October in Sydney.
The auction also [...]

Adelaide Spring Art Auction

Friday, October 9th, 2009

Bonhams forthcoming Spring Art Auction will be held in Adelaide on Sunday 11 October at 2pm. The collection of 170 lots features remarkable works by Charles Blackman, Penleigh Boyd, David Bromely, EC Fox, Hans Heysen, Nora Heysen, Pro Hart, Margaret Olley and Arthur Streeton.
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Shannons Sydney 2009 Spring Auction

Friday, October 9th, 2009

There’s an eclectic collection of classic cars and motorcycles going under the hammer at Shannons Sydney Spring Auction on Monday October 12, ranging from a restored 1957 VW Kombi Panelvan to a stunning 1991 Harley-Davidson Heritage Softail and an award-winning Aston Martin DB6.
VW Kombi lovers will be drawn to the blue and white Panelvan, which [...]

Obligation-free Appraisals Offered by Bonhams & Goodman Auctioneers

Monday, October 5th, 2009

Following strong results in August, we are now inviting entries across all departments for our final round of major auctions for 2009 to take place in November and December.
Entries are invited in Fine, Aborginal and International Art, Decorative Arts & Fine Furniture, Fine Jewellery, Collectors’ Motor Cars, Collectables, Books, Maps & Manuscripts. Our [...]