Ray Wilson's art sells for Alzheimer's research
The family of 1966 World Cup hero Ray Wilson is auctioning his remarkable artwork collection to fund Alzheimer's research, seven years after the England icon lost his battle with the disease.
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Egypt's mysterious limestone painting vanishes without trace
A mysterious limestone painting in Egypt that captured global attention has vanished without explanation, leaving archaeologists and authorities baffled about its sudden disappearance from the Cairo landscape.
Bob Ross painting sells for $9.9M in PBS protest
A rare Bob Ross painting fetched an astonishing $9.9 million at auction, with proceeds directly supporting PBS stations facing Trump-era funding reductions. Discover how art became political protest.
Football agent Joorabchian buys £350k racing colt
Prominent football agent Kia Joorabchian stuns racing world by spending £350,000 on unraced colt at Tattersalls auction, signalling dramatic career diversification.
McConaughey's Transformers Camaro sells for £3.4m
The legendary Chevrolet Camaro that starred alongside Matthew McConaughey in Transformers has been sold at auction for an incredible £3.4 million, smashing expectations and setting a new benchmark for Hollywood memorabilia.
Football agent beats Sheikh Mohammed in record horse bid
In a stunning Tattersalls auction showdown, football agent Kia Joorabchian outmanoeuvres Dubai's ruler Sheikh Mohammed for a prized thoroughbred, marking one of the most dramatic sales in racing history.
Sydney home sells for $1.8M above reserve at auction frenzy
A modest Sydney home sold for a staggering $1.8 million above reserve at auction, revealing the extreme pressures facing Australia's property market as bidding wars intensify.
Racing elite splurge millions at Tattersalls bloodstock sale
The thoroughbred sales ring at Tattersalls Newmarket witnessed spectacular bidding wars as racing's elite owners competed for premium yearlings, with prices soaring into seven figures during the prestigious October auction.
The Block Auction Disaster: House Fails to Sell
Shocking scenes unfolded on The Block as contestants Steph and Gian's beautifully renovated house received no bids at auction, leaving them devastated and viewers stunned by the dramatic turn of events.
Gilbert & George's explosive new London exhibition
The legendary artistic duo Gilbert & George return with their most provocative exhibition yet at White Cube Bermondsey, confronting contemporary social issues through their signature vibrant aesthetic.
Magritte's rare surrealist painting heads to Paris auction
A captivating René Magritte painting, 'La Magie Noire,' emerges from private collection for landmark Paris sale, offering collectors a rare chance to own surrealist history.
Dying Las Vegas Strip Hotel Heads to Auction
The iconic but dilapidated Diamond Inn Motel, once a glittering jewel on the Las Vegas Strip, is set for auction after years of decline and controversy.
Bowie's iconic Ziggy Stardust photo set for auction
The iconic photograph that defined David Bowie's Ziggy Stardust era could fetch an astonishing £20,000 as it goes under the hammer, capturing music history forever.
Hockney's iPad Yorkshire drawings at auction
Discover how the legendary artist David Hockney embraced digital technology to create stunning iPad artworks celebrating the Yorkshire countryside, now available for collectors.
Antiques Roadshow Lamp Valued at Staggering £30,000
A seemingly ordinary pottery lamp brought to Antiques Roadshow turned out to be an extremely rare Arts and Crafts masterpiece, stunning its owner with a staggering five-figure valuation that could reach £30,000 at auction.
Lost Fabergé Winter Egg sells for £3.9 million
A rare Fabergé Winter Egg, missing for decades, has fetched nearly £4 million at a London auction, breaking records and stunning art collectors worldwide.
Tsar's Lost Fabergé Egg Sells for £15.7M in London
A long-lost Fabergé egg created for Tsar Nicholas II breaks records at London auction, revealing a remarkable century-long journey from Russian royalty to British antique dealer.
Andy Warhol's Lost LA Artwork Mystery Finally Solved
After decades of speculation, the truth emerges about Andy Warhol's mysterious Los Angeles artwork that baffled art historians and collectors worldwide.
Rare Kew Gardens 50p sells for £122,000
A stunningly rare 2009 Kew Gardens 50p coin has shattered records, fetching an incredible £122,000 at auction - discover why this tiny piece is Britain's most sought-after coin
Murniasih: A Life Lived with Unapologetic Desire
Discover the electrifying retrospective of Balinese artist I Gusti Ayu Kadek Murniasih, whose bold and sensual artworks challenge conventions at London's latest exhibition.
Antiques Roadshow: Free Painting Sells for £15,000
A stunning Antiques Roadshow discovery reveals how a painting, acquired at no extra cost with a furniture purchase, was valued at an astonishing £15,000, leaving its owners in disbelief.
David Bowie's iconic Aladdin Sane artwork up for auction
The original airbrushed artwork for David Bowie's legendary 'Aladdin Sane' album cover, created by photographer Brian Duffy, is set for a high-profile auction at Sotheby's with an estimated value of up to £60,000.
Falklands War Hero's Medals Sold After Water Bottle Saves Life
The remarkable tale of Sergeant Jim Prescott, whose life was saved when a bullet hit his water bottle during the Falklands War. His widow reluctantly sells his gallantry medals following his untimely death.
Elton John's 'Devastating' Loss Forces Watch Sale
Music icon Sir Elton John has been left heartbroken after being forced to sell part of his world-famous watch collection, following a multi-million pound theft from his French home.
Antiques Roadshow's £6k ship log stuns experts
A remarkable piece of maritime history, the log book from the ship that inspired the first lifeboat service, leaves experts speechless with its staggering valuation on Antiques Roadshow.
Rare £5 banknote set to sell for £26,000 at auction
An extremely rare, nearly 100-year-old UK £5 banknote is expected to sell for a staggering £26,000 at auction. Issued from the historic Threadneedle Street branch, this note represents a golden opportunity for serious currency collectors.
Builder cleared in Banksy theft case: 'Thought it was rubbish'
A builder accused of stealing a Banksy artwork worth over £500,000 has been cleared of all charges after a court heard he believed it was discarded rubbish. The full story behind the high-profile Islington case.
'Fake' Tennis Bracelet Sells for a Staggering £10,000
A woman's disbelief turns to joy after discovering the 'costume jewellery' she wore for years is a genuine diamond tennis bracelet, selling for a staggering £10,000 at auction.
Rare Venetian painting found in Cambridge sells for £2.7m
A stunning 18th-century Venetian painting by Francesco Guardi, discovered in a Cambridge home, has fetched an astonishing £2.7 million at a specialist sale by Cheffins auctioneers, shattering its pre-sale estimate.
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