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Rediscovering the Art of Writing: Vintage & Collectable Pens

A Growing Interest in Vintage & Collectable Pens In an age where emails, texts and voice notes dominate our daily communication, the simple act of writing by hand has become something of a quiet luxury. For collectors and enthusiasts alike, the connection between ink and paper represents not just nostalgia,...

The Making of a Modern Art Sale

Art & Design Post 1880 Sale Gorringe’s Managing Director & Head of Paintings John Holmes explains the inspiration behind our forthcoming Art & Design Post 1880 sale. On Tuesday 16 September, Gorringe’s presents its first auction dedicated to modern art and design. Our Art & Design Post 1880 sale includes...

Gorringe's Valuation Day

Gorringe's Valuation Day at Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft Sun 31 August 10:30 am - 2:00 pm Experts from Gorringe's are hosting a valuation day at Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft on Sunday 31 August as part of its new exhibition, It Takes a Village. Bring along a...

Rediscovering the Past: Autographs & Letters

Autographs & Letters Sale Results There’s something uniquely powerful about holding a historical artifact, especially when it comes in the form of a handwritten letter or signature from someone who helped shape the course of history. Unlike the world of digital messages we now live in, these items carry the...

Selling with Gorringe's

It’s Quick and Easy to Sell Your Art and Collectables Our online form ensures a Gorringe’s specialist receives everything needed to begin a careful appraisal. Your consignment can then take its place in our weekly or Fine Art sales. Request an Estimate

Tom Blest

Auctioneer & General Valuer - Head of Valuations, Kent

01892 556860thomasb@gorringes.co.uk

Tom joined Gorringe's in April 2024 as Head of valuations - Kent, based in the Tunbridge Wells office. An experienced generalist valuer with over a decade of experience, Tom has a broad spectrum of interests focusing mainly on the decorative arts but also including silver and jewellery, visiting clients across Kent and the South East carrying out valuations for sale, probate and insurance purposes.

Clocks & Barometers

Antique Clock and Barometer Auctions and Valuations Each year at Gorringe’s saleroom, our Clocks and Barometers section provides opportunities to bid on over 500 lots, ranging from £100 – £15,000 or more. Frequently thought of as ‘boys toys’ with the emphasis on their mechanical workings many clocks sold at Gorringe’s...

Gorringe’s Partners with Furniture Now!

At Gorringe’s we understand the value of fine antique furniture and its potential to be used and enjoyed for generations. Unfortunately, not all the furniture we are asked to value is suitable for auction and in those cases, we are delighted to give clients the option of donating their items...

Terms & Conditions

Should you wish to buy or sell at Gorringe’s we always recommend reading our terms and conditions. Should you have any questions please do contact us and we will gladly assist with your enquiry. Terms & Conditions LIVE AUCTIONS Information for Buyers Terms of Consignment (for Sellers) Terms of Sale...

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