Celebrating the Curious with Exceptional Results


April 2026

Our Nature, Culture & Curiosity sale on Thursday 16 April delivered a strong and spirited performance, drawing enthusiastic bidding across a wonderfully eclectic range of objects. From intricate craftsmanship to evocative cultural artefacts, the sale proved once again that collectors remain deeply engaged with pieces that tell stories – whether rooted in history, artistry, or the natural world.


Standout Centrepieces


At the forefront of the sale was a remarkable 19th-century Moghul Indian silver and silver gilt chess set, an exquisite and highly decorative ensemble. Modelled as soldiers mounted on elephants, camels and horses, the set captivated bidders with its craftsmanship and sculptural presence, ultimately achieving an impressive £3,500.

Alongside this, a charming and technically intriguing mid-19th-century Black Forest ‘Augenwender’ cuckoo clock drew strong interest. With its painted dial portrait and moving eyes, it combined mechanical ingenuity with decorative appeal, selling for £1,400.

Rounding off this leading trio, an Egyptian granite head of the god Osiris significantly exceeded expectations, achieving £1,300 and demonstrating the continued appeal of ancient artefacts with strong visual impact.

Sculptural & Decorative Appeal


Sculptural forms continued to perform well, with a stylised sandstone anthropomorphic carving attracting competitive bidding to realise £900, reflecting collectors’ appetite for bold, tactile pieces.

In fine art, a thoughtful and expressive oil study of heads by Israeli artist Bella Brisel achieved £650, adding depth to the sale’s cultural offering.

Natural history was also well represented by a giant South American river turtle shell, which achieved £750. Its impressive scale and rarity ensured sustained interest, particularly within the UK market.

Collectors’ Curiosities


Ethnographic material found favour, as a collection of Papua New Guinea tribal fishing spears with carved boat achieved £440, underlining continued interest in cultural artefacts.

Decorative works also maintained their popularity, with a group of butterfly wing pictures – delicate and visually engaging – selling for £460, appealing to a broad range of buyers.

Completing the highlights, a strikingly unusual 19th-century cattle horn coat stand – both functional and sculptural – realised £340, showcasing the enduring appeal of characterful interior pieces.

Overall, the sale’s success reflects a healthy and diverse market, with bidders responding to quality, originality and narrative across categories. You can view the full sale results here. 

We are now welcoming further consignments for the next Nature, Culture & Curiosity Sale, and invite you to take advantage of the strong momentum in this vibrant collecting field.
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