'Buoyant market' as thousands of pounds raised at Shrewsbury auction

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A Shropshire fine art auctioneer hit the top notes this week when an early 20th century Mittenwald violincello discovered in Mid Wales sold for £3,600, despite needing restoration.The musical instrument, consigned by a Montgomery vendor, claimed the top price at Halls Fine Art’s successful pictures, ceramics, collectables and modern design auction in Shrewsbury.

Two investiture chairs made to mark the Investiture of Charles, Prince of Wales, at Caernarfon Castle in 1969, sold for £1,450 and £550.The highest priced chair, which was unassembled and in its original box, included the official souvenir programme, ceremonial programme and the itinerary of the Royal family during the day of the investiture

They were then dismantled after the event and offered in flat pack form for £12 each, with guests having priority over their assigned chair.

 

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