By Terence Ryle
The field encompassed by ‘Design’ sales is being diligently tilled by many UK auctioneers aware of the potential of a market appealing to younger buyers wary of traditional antiques.
It is fair to say the full potential has yet to be realised in the regional salerooms, although a number of auctioneers remain committed to the idea including Roseberys (23% buyer’s premium) of West Norwood and Lacy Scott & Knight (17.5% buyer’s premium) of Bury St Edmunds, both of whom held September sales.