a wedding present from Michael Collins to his sister is among the lots at Marshs sale in Cork on November 11. The set of is estimated at just 300-500. Georgian and Victorian furniture, porcelain, rugs and books will all come under the hammer. Top lots of furniture include an early Irish Georgian kneehole desk, an Irish Georgian walnut upholstered chair and a Queen Anne walnut chest on stand. The catalogue is online. Here is a small selection:
THIS SET OF SIX WALNUT ARTS AND CRAFTS CHAIRS WERE A WEDDING PRESENT FROM MICHAEL COLLINS TO HIS SISTER
Irish Georgian Mahogany Kneehole Writing Desk
Pair of Bronze “Marley” Horses on Stands