Viewing
Friday 28th April – 5pm to 8pm,
Saturday 29th April – 9am to 1pm,
Thursday 4th May – 9am to 6pm,
Morning of sale from 9am
A range of ex display household lighting to include modern chandeliers, hanging ceiling lamps, wall lights, shades and other fittings together with various unusual lamps.
The selection of items forms a part of our monthly Antiques and Collectors Items’ Sale
The sale is open for viewing
Friday 28th April – 5pm to 8pm,
Saturday 29th April – 9am to 1pm,
Thursday 4th May – 9am to 6pm,
Morning of sale from 9am
To find out more about this auction click ‘Auction & Catalogue Details’ above.
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