Patterncraft furniture arrives at Abbeys
February 2026’s Classics Collection auction includes 3 lots of Patterncraft furniture designed in c1947 and displayed at NGV’s Mid-Century Modern Australian Furniture Design exhibition of 2014.
A window into the past: rare colonial documents at auction
This November 2025’s Classics Collection offered an extraordinary glimpse into the daily workings of early colonial Tasmania, or Van Diemen’s Land. Among the many treasures to cross the auction floor were three historically significant documents that together told a story of authority, governance, and the growing prosperity of the fledgling colony. Lot 720 – A […]
5 things to do when closing your business — and how to get the best value for your stock
At Abbeys Auctions, we’ve helped cou ntless businesses turn their stock into cash quickly and efficiently. ?here are five important things to consider when winding down operations.
Will my goods be suitable for auction?
Our team works hard to strike a careful balance between sourcing interesting, good-quality stock and ensuring vendors are not left disappointed.
A tribute to Krimper: rare mid-century masterpieces
May 2025’s Classics Collection auction was a true celebration of Australian design heritage – featuring five outstanding pieces by renowned mid-century cratsman Schulim Krimper.
Young buyers embrace antique jewellery
Estate jewellery has so much character and the quality often surpasses what’s available in retail today. Read more about why younger people are turning to estate jewellery.