Olympia Auctions
Olympia Auctions is a hub of specialist auctioneers in Olympia, London.
Formerly known as 25 Blythe Road, it was established in 2007 by Thomas Del Mar and now has a regular roster of dedicated live auctions in fields including antique arms, armour and militaria, decorative art, Indian and Islamic Art, film posters, British and Continental pictures and photographs.
The firm also conducts online-only auctions.
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New Bonhams global CEO among latest movers and shakers
08 August 2024The latest jobs news across the world of art and antiques
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Arms and armour: A selection of swords in play at auction
05 August 2024Edged weapons have been a strong feature of the market recently and involve a wide range of ages, styles and countries
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Iznik at the double thanks to two private collections at Olympia Auctions
08 July 2024The sale of Indian and Islamic art at Olympia Auctions (25% buyer’s premium) in London on June 5 included two fine private collections of Iznik pottery.
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Bidders fired up for exceptional flintlock
01 July 2024A flintlock duck gun hailed as exceptional by Olympia Auctions fully lived up to its billing when it shot past an estimate of £60,000-80,000 to hammer down at £380,000 on June 26.
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Picq your interest in the Parisian designer
01 July 2024The Parisian workshop of Henri Picq does not have quite the name recognition of Cartier or LaCloche, but it was nonetheless responsible for supplying both houses with some of the most exceptional jewellery of the early 20th century.
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Rediscovered Edward Bawden watercolour finds path to London auction
19 June 2024A watercolour by Edward Bawden (1903-1989) which was considered lost since the 1940s emerged at the latest fine art sale held at Olympia Auctions.
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Ottoman tile packs in power of tiger and leopard
10 June 2024This large 12in (30cm) hexagonal painted fritware tile from 16th century Damascus is decorated with one of the most recognisable Ottoman decorative motifs - the çintamani pattern.
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Classic turntables on the right track at Olympia Auctions
27 May 2024Two classic 1970s record turntables have been consigned to the 20th Century Design sale at Olympia Auctions on September 20.
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Dealer Florence Evans takes the pick of Pillitz
22 April 2024Until late last year, few people involved in the Modern British art market, even veteran dealers, had ever heard of Hedwig Pillitz (1896-1987).
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News in brief including a clock specialist joining Olympia Auctions
22 April 2024A round-up of art and antiques news from the previous seven days, including Olympia Auctions expanding into clocks.
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Artist’s still-life paintings snapped up at auction as museum wing opens in her honour
22 March 2024The life and work of Austrian-British artist Marie-Louise von Motesiczky feature at Olympia Auctions and Amersham Museum
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Two rare Bessie MacNicol works appear at auction in a week
29 January 2024Works by Glasgow Girl Bessie MacNicol (1869-1904) – who died in childbirth aged 34 – are represented in many public collections, especially in Scotland.
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Latest hires, appointments and jobs news from around the world of art and antiques
16 January 2024Movers and Shakers across auction houses, fairs and a law firm.
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William Nicholson still-life doubles top estimate at west London auction
02 January 2024A still-life by Sir William Nicholson (1872-1949) that appeared in the final sale of the year at Olympia Auctions (25% buyer’s premium) “generated ripples of excitement among private collectors and the trade alike” according to the West London saleroom.
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Tiny but with 48 blades — a remarkable exhibition knife
01 January 2024It was with dazzling exhibition pieces that Joseph Rodgers & Sons made its reputation as Sheffield’s foremost knifemaker.
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Exceptional 19th century miniature penknife stars in our pick of five auction highlights
21 December 2023ATG’s weekly selection of items that caught bidders’ eyes includes a rare Joseph Rogers & Sons miniature penknife made for royal presentation that more than doubled estimate.
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All features great and small: Dutch silver miniatures dazzle
11 December 2023Small is considered beautiful in many sectors but increasingly so when it comes to collecting traditional antiques with space often at a premium.
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The ‘studio’ works that place forgotten artists in a new light
20 November 2023Works that come to auction directly from artists’ estates often have extra appeal due to a combination of factors.
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‘Profumo Affair’ sketch brings £8500
20 November 2023Stephen Ward (1912-63) will no doubt always be remembered as the man who introduced the model Christine Keeler to the politician John Profumo.
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Mr Durs Egg describes his pistol power
13 November 2023Stellar English, Indian and Turkish pieces are promised at Olympia Auctions on December 6 in west London.
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