In with the old and new

From topless staddle stones outperforming complete ones to two versions of the same desk selling on the same day 212 miles apart, bizarre occurrences are par for the course at contents sales

The forthcoming Treasure House Fair lives up to its name, with pieces on offer including a flag flown by HMS Royal Sovereign at Trafalgar, a games compendium box made for Edward VII and a fairground carousel pig

Online galleries have transformed how we discover and collect pieces – these platforms offer a curated selection that’s just a click away

Rufus Bird on why the market might need a rethink

In addition to bringing an interior to life, art is also the detail that ensures a scheme feels completely unique

PAINTING NOSTALGIA Artist Polly Mabel Nicolaou creates ...