A vast range of objects from all corners of the globe spanning 2,000 years of history will be offered in Thomas Del Mar Ltd’s auction of Antique Arms, Armour and Militaria at 25 Blythe Road, London W14 on Wednesday, December 7, 2016. The forthcoming sale comprises 687 lots and will begin at 11am. Viewing will take place on the preceding Sunday, Monday and Tuesday and online bidding is available via the-saleroom.com.
Almost 360 items belonging to the late Stanley Victor Durrant (1931-2013), who was an avid collector and an early member of the Arms & Armour Society will be included. The collection reflects Stan Durrant’s breadth of taste and appreciation of quality, with one of the most noteworthy items being a 16-bore double barrelled percussion sporting gun by London-maker Joseph Lang that once belonged to Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington which is expected to fetch £350-500 [see above]. As expert Thomas Del Mar said: “To find a gun by a distinguished maker with such a remarkable provenance was a memorable treat.”
