A nineteenth century portrait of the celebrated ‘Badminton Sweep’ William Vizard has recently come to light and is being offered for auction on 1st November. William Vizard of Chipping Sodbury was a chimney sweep by trade and had a keen interest in equestrian sport. In the mid nineteenth century he became a [Read More]
Daily Archives: October 26, 2012
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In all, the auctions will comprise more than 1,800 mostly fresh-to-the-market, quality lots. (OCEANSIDE, N.Y.) –November will be a busy month for Philip Weiss Auctions. The firm will conduct a two-day auction event on non-consecutive days – Nov. 15 and 17 – then conclude the month with an important estate sale on [Read More]