The remaining contents left over from the refurbishment by new owners of luxurious Ashford Castle Hotel are to be auctioned by Aidan Foley at the Old Sawmills in Cong, Co. Mayo on August 21 and 22. Around 900 lots set aside for use in the re-vamped hotel are to be sold. This is the third sale of contents from Ashford by Mr. Foley, who had huge interest in auctions in 2015 and 2016. There will be antique Imari chargers, 50 pairs of curtains, Persian rugs, pants, bathroom accoutrements, collectibles and antique furniture in this sale. The catalogue is online. Here is a sample:
A selection of lots to be offered
A large Imari charger UPDATE: THIS SOLD FOR 1,000