Welcome to John Rolfe Auctions, a new saleroom based in Tetbury, Gloucestershire which was started by auctioneer John Rolfe in 2022.
Hello, my name is John. Having spent a lifetime in the antique trade (son of a dealer), the last 20 years I have been working up from a porter to head valuer and auctioneer. Now with my experience from shop floor to top table I feel ready and rather excited about this independent venture.
I have worked in all areas of antiques, design and collectables. Being head valuer one has to be able to spot quality across the board. We will certainly be able to assist in any area whether it be:
Jewellery - Silver - Watches - Clocks - Modern Art & Design - Decorative Arts - Pictures & Paintings - Asian art - Ceramics - Glass…
To me it is important that an auction house is as accessible as possible. Be gone the days of the pompous auctioneer in his bow tie and monocle, antiques and collecting should be for all. I want to keep hold of the traditional values that I hold so dear but welcome the modern advances that continue to revolutionise the industry.
The things I pride myself on are honesty, service and quality. If we can provide you with those things and perhaps a smile then I will be completely content.
See you at the sale.
Peter 'The Street' Brown (b. 1967) - Landscape view of Bath, signed and dated 2010, oil on canvas, 61 x 122cm, framed
about Lot 1472
Jamie Reid (1947-2023) Original 1977 Sex Pistols 'God Save The Queen' promotional flag, 104cm x 71cm, framed
about Lot 1
Hans Brattrud for Hove Mobler - Exceptional set of ten Mid-Century 'Scandia' dining chairs, H 94cm (10)
about Lot 1272
Original 1975 'Jaws' British quad film poster, artwork by Roger Kastel, 100cm x 75cm, unframed
about Lot 422
Ben Eine (b. 1970) - Big Red Glitter Circus - A - Z 10 Sixty Six Blackpool, signed and dated 2005 verso, 1/5, stencil and oil on canvas, 76 x 76cm
about Lot 1407
Liberty & Co - Exceptional quality bespoke Arts and Crafts oak fender, H 61cm x W 116cm x D 48cm
about Lot 1230
19th Century rare Rajasthan Indian Solid Silver treasure chest/casket, massive rectangular form with hinged lid, foliate lock and hinged handles, repousse decorated with scrolling foliage throughout on a matt background, the interior is lined with felt, 36 x 62cm
about Lot 189
Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust bi-colour ladies watch, 26mm case, silvered dial with gilt baton markers and date aperture, original jubilee bracelet, model 69173, serial 8459133, with box and papers dated 1984, currently running
about Lot 1
Andy Warhol (1928-1987) - 'Diamond Dust Marilyn' published by Sunday B Morning, authorised signature from Sunday B Morning, 237/500 screenprint on museum board, 92 x 92cm, framed
about Lot 1471
Banksy (b. 1974) - 'Panda with Guns', signed, inscribed verso 'Enjoy your free art, Banksy is Dismal!! 71/100', work on cardboard, 29 x 23cm, with Dismaland brochure +This piece was one of a number hidden at Dismaland and had to be found using clues on a map
about Lot 1405
