Buying and Accepting Consignments for the October 2011 Fine Art, Jewelry & Catalog Auction

Manor Auctions is accepting consignments for the October 9th, 2011 Fine Art, Jewelry & Catalog Auction. Contact Manor Auctions today for a no cost consignment consultation. Acquisition agents are available nationwide to meet with you.

Manor is always seeking to buy & accept consignments of: jewelry, diamonds, coins, currency, timepieces, ivory, jade, statuary, original art, militaria, porcelains, glassware, documents, memorabilia and collectibles.

Whether you have a single item, a specialty collection or an estate, Manor Auctions would like the opportunity to speak with you.

From its Tallahassee auction headquarters, Manor Auctions provides comprehensive professional auction andappraisal services throughout the U.S. Whether you are selling a rare & valuable family heirloom, an estate or specialty collection - Manor possesses the experience, knowledge and expertise to ensure you realize the most money possible.

A.E. Backus Oil Painting Of A Sailboat Sets Sail In July 30th Auction

Albert Ernest (A.E.) Backus oil painting of a sailboat on board attracted the Florida art collectors on July 30th. Albert "Beanie" Backus (American, 1906 - 1995) is perhaps the most well known Florida Landscape artist to ever live. Original Backus paintings continue to attract the collectors and command great value in the market. This particular Backus oil painting of a sailboat would have been one of his many Caribbean works, as Backus had enormous love for the Caribbean and spent a great deal of time at his second home in Jamaica. Collectors were delighted to have this painting brought to market, with an Internet bidding adding it to his collection for $9105 (inclusive of buyers premium).

ALBERT E. BACKUS - OIL ON BOARD PAINTING SAILBOAT

Albert Ernest "Bean" Backus (American 1906 - 1991). Painting of a sailboat. One of his “Caribbean” paintings. Known as the "Dean of Florida painters" and the man who began the story of the African American Highwaymen painters, Backus was responsible for teaching and mentoring Al Hair who, in turn, taught the others. Some of the original Florida Highwaymen are still painting today. This painting depicts a small sail boat at sea, signed bottom right.

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Manor Auctions is a leader in the acquisition, marketing and sale of fine art & collectibles, including Florida landscape art. Based in Florida, Manor has representatives available nationwide to meet with you for a no cost consignment consultation. Whether you have a single item, a specialty collection or an estate - contact Manor today.

Manor Auctions has staff specialists in: coins, currency, jewelry, diamonds, timepieces, silver, fine art, militaria, jade, ivory, documents and memorabilia. In addition to auction services, Manor also provides precious metals trading, appraisals, outright purchase and private treaty sales.

18th. C. English Musical Bracket Clock Chimes Collectors

18TH CENTURY ENGLISH MUSICAL BRACKET CLOCK

George III Period musical, chiming bracket clock withpainted dial signed "G Yonge (George), Strand, London", Mahogany case with brass carry handle. Brass movement with engraved Prince of Wales feathers. The chimes are adjustable and include Jig, Air, Minuet, March, Dance, and song. George Yonge was a Maker to His Majesty, and worked from 15

6 The Strand, London until the firm was dissolved in 1833. This clock comes with keys and a 1953 receipt from Charles Frodsham & Co, London. Lot 15298

Manor Auctions offered a variety of fine clocks and timepieces in the July 30th catalog auction, with an 18th C. English Musical Bracket Clock chiming collectors and fetching $6035 (inclusive of buyers premium). As the auction neared, the clock attracted great interest with numerous calls and questions coming in from potential buyers. With the lot open, bidding went back and forth between telephone and Internet bidders, until a telephone bidder finally won out.

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Manor Auctions is a leader in the acquisition, marketing and sale of fine art & collectibles, including timepieces. Based in Florida, Manor has representatives available nationwide to meet with you for a no cost consignment consultation. Whether you have a single item, a specialty collection or an estate - contact Manor today.

Manor Auctions has staff specialists in: coins, currency, jewelry, diamonds, timepieces, silver, fine art, militaria, jade, ivory, documents and memorabilia. In addition to auction services, Manor also provides precious metals trading, appraisals, outright purchase and private treaty sales.

Early Heywood-Wakefield Wicker Furniture Sells July 30th

Heywood-Wakefield is known as the premier maker of fine wicker furniture. Manor Auctions will feature a collection of early collectible Heywood-Wakefield wicker furniture pieces in their July 30th Catalog Auction. For years Heywood-Wakelfield was a global leader in the production and sale of Wicker.

Heywood-Wakefield formed as the coming together of 2 competitors in the furniture business. The first being Heywood Brothers furniture which was established in 1826 and the second being Wakefield Company established in 1855. Both of the companies produced very popular high quality wicker furniture. As separate companies they were fierce rivals in the industry, but in 1897 the companies merged as Heywood Brothers & Wakefield Company. The name was later changed (1921) to Heywood-Wakefield. Then as the company progressed and grew larger, Washburn-Heywood Chair Company was purchased in 1916, Oregon Chair Company in 1920 and lastly Lloyd Manufacturing Company in 1921. At this point in time, Heywood-Wakefield was the largest producer of wicker furniture in the world making a wide range of furniture for most every taste.

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