The earliest known portrait of the Duke of Wellington, aged 19, was shown at the Loan Exhibition.
Strong sales showed plenty of signs of market recovery at the British Antique Dealers Association (BADA) Fair in London. The post fair consensus was that this event, which is exclusive to members of BADA, was the best for some years. Visitor numbers reached 18,500 and many exhibitors commented on knowledge, commitment, wealth and cosmopolitan nature displayed by those who attended.
Strong furniture sales led to talk of a resurgence of interest in English furniture and pictures from all periods sold well. Jewellery, ceramics and needlework also attracted significent attention. BADA 2015 takes place from March 18-24.