Provincial sales throughout the summer were enlivened by big-money Chinese material but a more concentrated look at the market was afforded by the dedicated sale at Roseberys (20% buyer’s premium) on June 27.
It was the best auction in the category so far at the West Norwood rooms with the 487 lots totalling just shy of £670,000.
Bill Forrest, specialist and auctioneer, was delighted but added a caveat. “These specialist auctions are a testament to the enduring strength of the Asian market,” he said. “But there is no doubt that buyers are increasingly seeking those objects with superb provenance and of fine quality.”