THE 46th annual Irish Antique Dealers’ Association Fair runs at the R.D.S. Dublin from September 22 – 25. It offers an opportunity to see exceptional pieces showcased by 50 exhibitors to everyone from the seasoned collector to the first time buyer.
The fair features furniture, rare books, prints, jewellery, glass, silverware, porcelain, paintings and sculpture. There will be a lecture series and displays on restoration and conservation.
Opening times are from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on September 22, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday September 23, which includes Culture Night in Ireland, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on September 24 and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, September 25. Here are some desirable items from the fair to whet the appetite:
An Edwardian 4.69 carat natural Sapphire ring at John Farrington.
Mark Maguire is showing a pair of English Regency rosewood and brass inlaid games tables. Made c1820 they are priced at 18,800.
A 19th century marble figure "Portica" signed J. Nelson, height 40 inches from Michael Connell Antiques.
An antique Victorian Irish silver butter tub at Danker Antiques made in Dublin in 1891 by Samuel Le Bas.
An antique gold turquoise and diamond brooch c1880 at Courtville Antiques.
One of Four Humourous Dental Prints by Tim Bobbin 1708 -1786. Published 1773' AT GEORGE STACPOOLE.
An unheated Sri Lankan sapphire ring 7.89 carats at Weldons.