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Emin Efendi Lokantasi Turkey - TO REVIEW POST RESTORATION
3 Oct 2012
Bonhams sets new world record for Turkish Artist Fahrelnissa Zeid (1901 - 1991)
GREGORY I, Saint and Pope. Dialogi de vita et miraculis patrum Italicorum.II: BONAVENTURA:Legenda Minor and Legenda Maior of the Life of St Francis, 2 works in one, [c.1350]
3 Oct 2012
Remarkable 14th century Franciscan manuscript survival leads Bonhams £1m book sale
L. Benat, Figures bathing
3 Oct 2012
October Period Art & Design sale to feature fine paintings and prints, large array of snuff bottles and modern & contemporary furnishings
A Birger Kaipiainen for Arabia stoneware and metal bronze 'Bead Bird' figure 1960
3 Oct 2012
Rare, award winning 1960s Scandinavian 'Bead Bird' leads Fall 20th Century Decorative Arts auction in Los Angeles
A suit of armor laced in orange, helmet by Yoshisada
2 Oct 2012
The spirit of the Samurai lives on at Bonhams
A Cello by Matteo Goffriller, Venice, circa 1695
2 Oct 2012
Bonhams, the international fine art auction house, announces support for the Amsterdam Cello Biennale
Four Egyptian glazed composition 'Sons of Horus' 4
2 Oct 2012
Bonhams to sell antiquities of a man who caught one of the last American ships out of Nazi Europe before Pearl Harbor attack
26,000 miles from new, US supplied, long term ownership,1973 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Coupe Chassis no. 16221
1 Oct 2012
Preserving the automobile: a sale at The Simeone Foundation
1 Oct 2012
Bonhams appoint Joe Earle as a senior consultant for the Japanese Art Department in Europe and the USA
1925 Brough Superior 885cc SS80 Frame no. 321 Engine no. 36431
1 Oct 2012
Remarkable 'barn-find' Brough Superior and VMCC founders former motorcycle offer unique opportunities for collectors at Bonhams Autumn Stafford sale
Jocelyn Humfrey
1 Oct 2012
Period Design: Interview with Jocelyn Humfrey
An R. Tower Dwarf L.C. Clock with alarm; trunk and hood movement 2 LEDD WTS- 3 brass finials; winding crank; door key
27 Sep 2012
Bonhams emphasizes quality, attracts furniture and decorative arts collectors across categories at New York auction
Emerald cabochon pendant
27 Sep 2012
Classic American style is timeless at Bonhams
An Hermès small black Kelly handbag<BR />date code for 1973
27 Sep 2012
Collection of designer handbags and accessories to adorn Period Art & Design auction in October
Dame Elisabeth Frink R.A. (British, 1930-1993) Leonardo's Dog II 100.5 cm. (39.5 in.) high
27 Sep 2012
Magnificent Elizabeth Frink Bronzes at Bonhams sale of 20th Century British and Irish art
An important and fine Louis XV style gilt bronze mounted marquetry commode<BR />Paul Sormani<BR />fourth quarter 19th century
27 Sep 2012
A superb single-owner sale on the block: Antonioli collection comes to Bonhams this October
1930 Brough Superior SS-80
26 Sep 2012
The Stafford Autumn sale - a lot preview
Zhang Daqian (1899-1983) Cabbage, Mushrooms, and Raddish 1961
21 Sep 2012
Bonhams Continues to Innovate with Chinese Painting Sale
A good quality French gilt bronze mounted porcelain urn form clock, now as a table lamp
21 Sep 2012
The private life of Mr. Blackwell at Bonhams
Alvin Langdon Coburn (1882-1966); Self-Portrait at Age 23;
21 Sep 2012
Ansel Adams, Dorothea Lange and Etienne Jules Marey works highlight Bonhams Fall Photographs auction
A pair of inlaid bronze vases By Atsuyoshi, Meiji period (late 19th century)
21 Sep 2012
Bonhams showcases Japanese art for the international market
An Illustration to a Ramayana Series: Rama and Lakshmana confer with the monkey army Opaque watercolor on paper, Kangra or Guler, Late 18th century
21 Sep 2012
Bonhams in strong position following Fall Asia Week auction
20 Sep 2012
Bonhams announce appointment of Gareth Williams as Head of Contemporary Art and Modern Design
A repousse silver Claret Jug by Oomersi Mawji Bhuj, circa circa 1890-1910
20 Sep 2012
Breathtaking works by the royal silversmith to the Maharaos of Kutch for sale at Bonhams
A seed pearl, sapphire and diamond sautoir, by Cartier,
20 Sep 2012
Pearls add luster to £3 million fine jewelry sale at Bonhams
1935 Ford Box Van used as Lance Cpl Jones's butcher's van in classic television series Dad's Army (e
20 Sep 2012
"Dad's Army" van to headline alongside important British Invicta and SS100 in third installment museum collection at Bonhams auction
Jacob Hendrik Pierneef (South African
18 Sep 2012
Near and far - two visions of South Africa by her leading male and female artist - at Bonhams
17 Sep 2012
Wyeth paintings, maritime ship portraits and americana on the auction block at Bonhams this Fall
1927 Mercedes-Benz 26/120/180 'S'
17 Sep 2012
"Lost" Mercedes finds a home for £2.8m at £13.6m Bonhams Goodwood Revival Sale
A coral, fire opal, cultured pearl and diamond necklace, Tony Duquette
15 Sep 2012
Tony Duquette Jewels of Enchantment highlights the Bonhams Fall jewelry season
Hublot. The unique Mike Tyson WBC chronograph wristwatch King Power, Ref:703.OM.0218.HR.WBC12
13 Sep 2012
A legendary evening presented by Hublot and World Boxing Council (WBC)
Copper alloy Mon Dvaravati style Buddha Thailand, 7th/8th century
12 Sep 2012
Bonhams sets new world record for Mon Dvaravati bronze sculpture
A Greene and Greene breakfront cabinet
12 Sep 2012
Hollywood inspired and owned 20th Century furniture and decorative arts on the auction block
The Jenkins Collection
11 Sep 2012
Collection of Japanese classics forms centerpiece of Bonhams October Stafford sale at the Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show
A seed pearl, sapphire and diamond sautoir, by Cartier,
11 Sep 2012
Art Deco and Belle Époque designs lead Bonhams Fine Jewelry sale in September
A Charles II olivewood parquetry month going longcase clock Signed Tho : Tompion Londini Fecit, circa 1680 and later
11 Sep 2012
Fine clocks, Renaissance art and important tapestries among highlights of Bonhams Fall Fine Furniture auction
Charles I, 1625-1649, Gold Triple Unite, 1642
11 Sep 2012
Bonhams to offer an important collection of early English coins
Korea, 1906 20 Won MS64 NGC
11 Sep 2012
Bonhams to offer an extremely rare 1906 20 Won gold Korean coin - one of only a few known
1898 Phébus 2¾hp Motor Tricycle Frame no. 6908 Engine no. 1019
10 Sep 2012
Motorcycles make their mark at £2.6 million Bonhams Beaulieu sale
The Exmoor Classic Car Museum Collection
10 Sep 2012
Museum collection a sell-out success at £2.6 million Bonhams Beaulieu sale
Freida Lock (South African, 1902-1962) Portrait of a sheikh, Zanzibar within original Zanzibar frame
10 Sep 2012
Bonhams to sell works by South African artists who loved Zanzibar but fought over its doors
Irma Stern (South African, 1894-1966) 'Washer Women'
10 Sep 2012
Watch out: women at work! Stern focus on women and labor at Bonhams
A Daniel Carl Muller Hippocamp
8 Sep 2012
A rare mythical creature highlights the magical merry-go-round at Bonhams
Kienholz
8 Sep 2012
Made in California: Contemporary art auction at Bonhams to feature works from the Betty and Monte Factor Family Collection
6 Sep 2012
Bonhams appoint Catherine Yaiche as its representative in France
An important emerald and diamond necklace/choker/bracelet combination, by Van Cleef & Arpels,
6 Sep 2012
Bonhams Hong Kong offers stunning gems from jeweler to the stars Van Cleef & Arpels
Anton van Wouw (South African, 1862-1945) Hammer worker (small) 13 x 14 x 5cm (5 1/8 x 5 1/2 x 1 15/16in). (not including base)
6 Sep 2012
Bonhams to sell poweful image of a miner by South Africa's leading sculptor Anton van Wouw
Kim Ki-Chang (1913-2001) Four Landscapes, dated 1964
6 Sep 2012
Fine Japanese Works of Art sale at Bonhams to feature great selection of prints and Korean paintings during Asia Week
Wang Yuanqi (1642 - 1715) Tall Rock and Knotted Bamboo after Wu Zhen 1695
6 Sep 2012
Bonhams inaugural Chinese Painting and Calligraphy auction debuts on the block at Asia Week
Copper alloy Mon Dvaravati style Buddha Thailand, 7th/8th century
5 Sep 2012
Himalayan, Indian & Southeast Asian sale to kick off Asia Week at Bonhams with important works of art
Hermes Red Crocodile Birkin
5 Sep 2012
Handbag heaven with Hermès at Bonhams
Rémy Martin Louis XIII Black Pearl Cognac (1)
5 Sep 2012
Rare bottle of Black Pearl Cognac surfaces at Bonhams after a life at sea
An important and fine Louis XV style gilt bronze mounted marquetry commode<BR />Paul Sormani<BR />fourth quarter 19th century
4 Sep 2012
A superb single-owner sale on the block: Antonioli collection comes to Bonhams this October
Kellogg & Humbert 40.56 Ounce Gold Bar -­- Ex: <i>S.S. Central America</i>
4 Sep 2012
Treasures from the gold rush and San Francisco lead Fall auction
George Harrison's black leather jacket, circa 1960,
4 Sep 2012
George Harrison:An important collection of stage worn costume to be sold at Bonhams
Originally the property of Margaret Lockwood,1938 Delage D6-70 Tourer Chassis no. 51558 Engine no. 359
4 Sep 2012
Car first owned by 1940s screen icon Margaret Lockwood offered for sale at Bonhams
The Petersen Museum
4 Sep 2012
Gearheads get ready! Bonhams' Classic California sale is approaching
Ex- works, Monza winner, with A. Varzi, Prince Christian Lobkowitz, Peter Hampton, Abba Kogan, 1931 Bugatti T54 # 54201
3 Sep 2012
Bonhams returns to Grand Palais for Paris auction
An important Meissen armorial saucepan, cover and stand (Reintl), circa 1745
3 Sep 2012
Public nature of Royal 'toilette' revealed at Bonhams
Fahrelnissa Zeid (Turkish, 1901-91) Arabian Queen
3 Sep 2012
Treasure trove of artworks by Turkish princess, mother of claimant to the Iraqi throne, surfaces at Bonhams
A pair of Chinese spinich Jade Jardineres on stands
30 Aug 2012
Rich variety of Fine Asian Decorative art to be offered at Bonhams in October
A Charles II olivewood parquetry month going longcase clock Signed Tho : Tompion Londini Fecit, circa 1680 and later
30 Aug 2012
Bonhams hosts the Fall Fine Clocks auction
Pétrus 1982 (12)
29 Aug 2012
Collections from France, Germany & Italy lead Bonhams Fine & Rare Wine sale on 13th September
26,000 miles from new, US supplied, long term ownership,1972 Ferrari 365GTB/4 Berlinetta Chassis no. 16221
28 Aug 2012
Lot Preview - Preserving the automobile - a sale at the Simeone Foundation
A collection of 22 Premier League match worn shirts hand signed by each squad, one from each club competing in the very first season of the Premier League
28 Aug 2012
Unique collection of footie star shirts worn at first-ever season of Premier League for sale at Bonhams
28 Aug 2012
Hard Rock Cafe and Bonhams bring the Antiques Rockshow back to London
Stanley Cursiter Lerwick in the mist 49 x 60cm
24 Aug 2012
Bonhams Edinburgh to sell contents of Hensol, Castle Douglas
John Steven Dews (British, born 1949) The battle of Trafalgar – H.M.S. Victory breaking the enemy line and raking the stern of the French flagship as she goes through
23 Aug 2012
Battle of Trafalgar masterwork by artist who failed 'A' level art at Bonhams
Samuel Bough, RSA (British, 1822-1878)
23 Aug 2012
World record for iconic view of Edinburgh Castle at Bonhams Scottish sale
BIBLE IN ENGLISH. The Holy Bible, conteyning the Old Testament, and the New: newly translated out of the Originall Tongues: and with the former Translations diligently compared and revised by his Maiesties special Commandement. London: Robert Barker, 1613.<BR />
21 Aug 2012
Early King James Bible, French royal family marriage contract and Hemingway's bag: just a few of the important highlights of Bonhams Fall Books and Manuscript sale
Italian School, 17th Century * SEND TO BK * The Adoration of the Magi 88 x 86 1/2in (223.5 x 219.7cm)
21 Aug 2012
European art leads August Period Art & Design sale in San Francisco
A diamond rose pendant/ring
21 Aug 2012
Rose pendant tops Bonhams August auction of Jewelry and Watches
Samuel John Peploe, RSA (British, 1871-1935)
20 Aug 2012
Important Colourist painting makes over £420,000 at Bonhams Scottish sale
1940 Crocker 61ci 'Hemi-Head' V-Twin Engine no. 40.61.109
18 Aug 2012
Motorcycles provide strong kick-start for Bonhams' two day "Quail Sale" in Carmel
The Ex-GTC Gulf Team Davidoff - the final example produced,1997 McLaren F1 GTR 'Longtail' FIA GT Endurance Racing Coupe Chassis no. 028R
18 Aug 2012
Mclaren F1 supercar headlines Bonhams' Carmel Auction, which realizes in excess of $13 million
15 Aug 2012
Bonhams puts classic car museum to bed on behalf of former pajama manufacturer
LEARY, TIMOTHY. 1920-1996. The Periodic Table of Energy (Correspondences Among: the Periodic Table of Elements, the Neurogenetic Theory of Evolution, the Tarot, the I Ching, the Zodiac). Transmitted by Joanna and Timothy Leary.
14 Aug 2012
Timothy Leary original typed manuscript up for auction at Bonhams in October
A Clare Falkenstein copper and Venetian glass collar
14 Aug 2012
Jewelry by artists and designers on offer at Bonhams Los Angeles in October
A Hopi kachina doll
13 Aug 2012
Art and artifacts of the Americas on the auction block at Bonhams in September
Copper alloy Mon Dvaravab style Buddha Thailand, 7th/8th century
13 Aug 2012
The Estate of Natasha Eilenberg highlights the Bonhams Himalayan, Indian and Southeast Asian auction
1972 Ferrari Dino Spyder Chassis no. 05404 Engine no. 05404
9 Aug 2012
The Beaulieu sale - A lot preview
The ex-Works/Lord Selsdon & Lord Waleran,1939 Lagonda V12 Le Mans Team Car
9 Aug 2012
The Goodwood Revival sale - A lot preview - latest update
A unique 1:1 scale Aston Martin DBR1 'AirFix' tribute, hand-made by the Evanta Motor Company of Hertfordshire, England,
9 Aug 2012
Life-size 'Airfix'-style artwork of 1959 Le Mans-winning Aston Martin offered for sale at Bonhams
Samuel Bough, RSA (British, 1822-1878)
9 Aug 2012
Rediscovered iconic view of Edinburgh Castle at Bonhams annual Scottish sale
A diamond, red stone, cultured pearl and enamel bib necklace
9 Aug 2012
For the love of vintage: Retro and signed pieces highlight fall Salon Jewelry Auction
Guy Rose (American, 1867-1925) Matin de Novembre, c. 1910 28 3/4 x 23 3/4in
8 Aug 2012
The French Connection: Giverny work by Guy Rose leads summer auction at Bonhams
Kellogg & Humbert 40.56 Ounce Gold Bar -­- Ex: <i>S.S. Central America</i>
8 Aug 2012
Treasure from the Ship of Gold to highlight September auction at Bonhams
Pablo Picasso (Spanish, 1881-1973); Lady with a Ruff 1963 (B. 1147) color linocut;
7 Aug 2012
Fall sale at Bonhams to feature Picasso and Warhol Prints
7 Aug 2012
Important sculpture of tragic Dolly sisters, icons of the Jazz Age for sale at Bonhams
1937 Crocker 61ci 'Hemi-Head' V-Twin Engine no. 37-61-24
6 Aug 2012
Nearly 60 distinct motorcycles from 3 important private collections to be offered at upcoming Quail Lodge sale
1895 Buffum Stanhope
6 Aug 2012
World's oldest four-cylinder car to be offered at Bonhams' Quail Lodge sale
6 Aug 2012
Bonhams to sell important collection of Maseratis that have been out of the spotlight for decades at Goodwood Revival Sale
2 Aug 2012
Bonhams announces partnership with the Endurance Rally Association
Attributed to Alexander Nasmyth (Edinburgh 1758-1840)
1 Aug 2012
Early portrtait of Robert Burns at Bonhams annual Scottish sale in Edinburgh
A Georgian Agate Hilted Mameluke Presentation Sabre
1 Aug 2012
Canadian sword collection that includes British Prime Minister's blade sells for £242,350 at Bonhams Oxford
Banksy (British, born 1975) Winnie the Pooh 2003 signed Banksy in stencil (to the overlap)and numbered 7/25 (to the rear) stencil spraypaint on canvas 51 by 51 cm. 20 1/16 by 20 1/16 in.
1 Aug 2012
New US auction brings Street Art to Bonhams on Sunset Boulevard
Philip Hermogenes Calderon, RA (British, 1833-1898) Captain of the Eleven
30 Jul 2012
19th Century Paintings & Watercolors Sale tops £2M as cricket image clears the boundary
A mixed wood partner's desk
30 Jul 2012
San Francisco Bay area furnishings from Henry Africa, Eddie Rickenbacker's and Serendipity Books for auction at Bonhams in August
1929 Grindlay Peerless 500cc Brooklands Outer Circuit
30 Jul 2012
Extremely rare Brooklands racing motorcycle from the 1920s offered for sale at the Bonhams Autumn Stafford Sale
Allan Ramsay, Portrait of Lord Stonefield, oil on canvas, 50 x 40 ins
27 Jul 2012
Fine Ramsay portrait of Scots lawyer at Bonhams annual Scottish sale

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