A whopping 2,300 lots will come under the hammer at Sheppards four day sale in Durrow, Co. Laois on July 9, 10, 11 and 12 at 10,30 a.m. on each day. There is everything from architectural salvage to antique furniture, art, collectibles and Asian art across huge price ranges. This is an auction with something for everyone. The catalogue is on-line. Here is a small selection.
Japanese ivory netsuke, Sculptor with mallet (200-400).
Pair of 18th century terrestrial globes, by Gabriel Wright (3,000-5,000).
19th century Russian gold and enamelled desk clock, encrusted with diamonds, signed Hoeg Zoib, in original case (5,000-8,000).
Pair of 19th century gilt brass girandole mirrors, with ivory/bone counters dominoes and draughts (300-500).
David Cobb, ROI, RSNA, Born 1921, Mountains of Mourne (300-500).
A 19th century Gothic carved stone bank facade off Royal Avenue, Belfast in storage for over 60 years (15,000-20,000).