March
Another chance to bid in yesterdays Spring edition of the Modern Art & Design Sale which showcases an exciting selection of mid‑century and Scandinavian furniture including an impressive dining table and chairs from the Workshop of Robert "Mouseman" Thompson and a striking Danish ‘Executive’ desk by Jørgen Clausen for Brande Møbelfabrik alongside an extensive selection of studio and Scandinavian glass, ceramics and studio pottery, silver by the likes of Omar Ramsden and Tappio Wirkkala, and jewellery from Georg Jensen Ltd.
The auction also offers a curated collection of paintings, drawings, photographs and prints by distinguished artists such as Nicholas Ferenczy, Reg Cartwright, Sir Grayson Perry, and Gill Watkiss, as well as a single-owner collection of automobilia featuring sought‑after RAC, Dunlop, Alfa Romeo and Castrol enamel signs, Montblanc pens and much more besides.
If you have studio or Scandinavian glass, Arts & Crafts metalwares, Art Deco bronzes or sculpture, studio ceramics or art pottery, mid-century or other design furniture, Italian or retro lighting, vintage advertising, Montblanc or other fine pens, original art or multiples, or any other aspect of design from the 20th-21st century which you wish to sell to the world get in touch with our specialists:
Wilson55 Auctioneers is pleased to present its first Specialist Northern Art Sale of 2026, bringing together an exceptional selection of works by many of the North’s most respected and celebrated artists.
The sale features pieces by L.S. Lowry, alongside works by Harold Riley, Geoffrey Key, Arthur Delaney, Maurice Wade, Peter Stanaway, Liam Spencer, William Turner, Reg Gardner, James Lawrence Isherwood, Stuart Walton, Roger Hampson and other significant figures who have shaped Northern British art.
We are particularly proud to offer works from the collection of Professor W.J. Orville Thomas, including the remarkable and seemingly unique L.S. Lowry drawing “A Harassed Mother.” Won in a 1971 raffle, this fascinating piece has since revealed important insights into Lowry’s work and the wider Salford art community of the time, adding unique art historical importance to its appeal.
For those considering consigning, our Art Department offers complimentary auction valuations and expert advice on placing your Northern Art in one of our forthcoming market-leading auctions.
For enquiries, please contact: Stephen Sparrow (stephen.sparrow@wilson55.com) or Anna Lambert (anna.lambert@wilson55.com)
*This is an online-only auction, which includes telephone and absentee bids. There is no audience in the room. Please be sure to register online well in advance to prevent any delays or complications.*
Viewing
Monday 2nd 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 3rd 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 4th 10am - 4pm
Wilson55 is proud to present the first of our John Thompson Studio Collection auctions, featuring works acquired directly from the estate of John Thompson (British 1924-2011) - an artist often featured and admired in our ever-popular Northern Art Sales. While he is best known for his 'Group Series' paintings, the opportunity to present his studio collection together like this goes to highlight the further range of subjects that also inspired him and, most excitingly, these works are all being offered with no reserve.
We are now inviting consignments for our March Fine Jewellery & Watches Sale and are currently seeking luxury timepieces by leading makers to include Rolex, Cartier, Omega, Patek Philippe and Breitling, together with fine jewellery to include designer or vintage single items or collections.
If you are considering selling your jewellery or watches, now is an excellent opportunity to take part in this popular sale, which attracts strong national and international interest. Contact our qualified gemologists today to arrange a complimentary auction valuation and to discuss including your items in this upcoming auction.
For enquiries contact: auctions@wilson55.com
*This is an online-only auction, which includes telephone and absentee bids. There is no audience in the room. Please be sure to register online well in advance to prevent any delays or complications.*
Viewing
Monday 9th 10-4pm
Tuesday 10th 10-4pm
Wednesday 11th 10-4pm
(no appointment necessary)
April
Consignments are now being accepted for this sale.
We are welcoming consignments for the Spring edition of the popular Fine & Classic Sale.
If you have silver, ceramics, glass, bronzes, watercolours, oil paintings, maps, furniture, furnishings, lighting, books, items of historical significance or any other item which you would like to be valued for this wide-reaching auction please get in touch and we will be happy to advise.
Viewing
Monday 6th 10-4pm
Tuesday 7th 10-4pm
Wednesday 8th 10-4pm
This sale features a stunning selection of high-grade gold and silver coins and specimen coin sets from Charles II to Elizabeth II to include a fabulous selection of Maundy coinage and a rare George III (1760-1820), Countermarked issues, DERBYSHIRE, Cromford, a Mexico, Charles IIII, 8 Reales coin. There are several good collections of ancient coins to include high-grade Roman and Greek coinage. Banknotes are well represented with several good collections of high-grade Bank of England banknotes and many others.
If you have any coins or banknotes you may wish to consign to this sale please contact Stephen Sparrow via stephen.sparrow@wilson55.com.
*This is an online-only auction, which includes telephone and absentee bids. There is no audience in the room. Please be sure to register online well in advance to prevent any delays or complications.*
Wednesday 29th and Thursday 30th April at 11am Daily.
Firearms, Shotguns, Airguns, Arms & Militaria Auction.
Closing date for entries is the 18th March.
Viewing
Monday 27th 10-3pm
Tuesday 28th 10-3pm