Dawsons to Host Discovery Auction on Wednesday 17th September
Seeking Fine Ceramics, Bronzes, and Decorative Arts, Antique Furniture, rare Medals and Memorabilia
09/07/2025
We are delighted to announce our upcoming and inaugural Dawsons Discovery sale, scheduled to take place on Wednesday 17thSeptember from 1pm BST. This highly anticipated event will showcase an extraordinary array of artworks and highly collectable items, including Ceramics, Bronzes, and Decorative Art, alongside a distinguished selection of rare Medals and Memorabilia – which includes rare Music Memorabilia from The Beatles and The Smiths.
Indeed, the rare medals within the sale include; a World War II D.F.C. medal group (Distinguished Flying Cross), awarded to flying ace Wing Commander Edward John 'Jumbo' Gracie, Royal Air Force, who over his career in the Second World War shot down seven enemy aircraft and shared a further three. He is also recorded as having probably destroyed five other enemy aircraft and damaged another six. He flew Hurricanes during the Battle of Britain and served as a Wing Commander at Takali during the Siege of Malta in 1942. He was killed in action on the 15th February 1944 whilst flying a Mosquito on escort missions.
Whilst the antique furniture showcased within this Discovery sale includes an extraordinary private collection of Mouseman furniture, comprising three Robert 'Mouseman' Thompson (of Kilburn) oak cow stools and an oak nest of three Robert 'Mouseman' Thompson (of Kilburn) tables.
As part of our ongoing commitment to offering collectors and enthusiasts an exceptional platform for buying and selling the most desired items of value, we are currently inviting consignments from clients who are considering selling their treasured collections. This auction presents an unparalleled opportunity to reach a discerning global audience of collectors, enthusiasts, and investors.
Dawsons has established a reputation for excellence in the auction world, with a proven track record of achieving outstanding results for our clients. Our team of expert valuers provide personalised advice and support throughout the consignment process, ensuring that each piece is presented to its fullest potential.
The sale will be broadcast live across multiple auction platforms to a global audience of over 10 million active bidders for maximum exposure. Whilst Dawsons’ in-house marketing team will create innovative and dynamic social media and marketing content to showcase the auction and ensure it is directly brought to the attention of known buyers across the world.
We welcome complete collections and individual consignments of Fine Ceramics, Bronzes, and Decorative Arts, as well as Antique Furniture, rare Medals, and Memorabilia. Whether you are considering selling a single piece or an entire collection, our expert valuers are here to guide you every step of the way.
The deadline for consignments is fast approaching, and we encourage interested clients to contact our team as soon as possible to arrange a confidential consultation. This is a unique opportunity to ensure that your art is featured within a prominent sale sure to attract a wide range of international art collectors and enthusiasts.
Please note that the deadline for entries is Monday 8th September.
For more information or to discuss potential consignments, please contact Dawsons today.
If you're thinking of selling a private collection or you have other valuable items you would like to sell, we would love to hear from you.
With a global audience of more than 10 million known bidders, Dawsons can secure the highest prices.
Get in touch with an expert Valuer for confidential sales advice today!