An ever-changing array of fascinating art and antiques
Tennants Auctioneers is privileged to handle a diverse range of art, antiques and rare and beautiful objects with a rich history. From large private Country House collections to exquisite 18th century costume, colourful Moorcroft pottery to vintage toys and train sets, we have the opportunity to display many fascinating objects for visitors to enjoy before they once more return to a private collection and away from public sight.
Open seven days a week, the Galleries are free for all to enjoy.
A unique facility
Our state of the art display galleries allow us to showcase your items and collections ahead of sale and to promote the many fascinating, rare and beautiful objects we are privileged to handle.
To discuss exhibiting your collection ahead of sale at Tennants, please speak to your valuer or specialist.
LOAN DISPLAY
On View Until 31st May
We are delighted to have been loaned by a private collector this extraordinary collection of CIJ Alfa Romeo P2 tinplate toy cars and related Automobilia for display.
If one were to survey toy collectors to name the ‘Best Toy Ever’ it is a near certainty that the P2 Alfa Romeo would be the runaway winner. It has everything. Quite apart from its stylish looks and how it evokes the spirit of inter-war Grand Prix racing, as a piece of miniature toy engineering it has few equals. Every detail has been included - bonnet louvres, three filler caps, suspension, external exhaust pipe, working steering wheel, take off wheels and, of course, a powerful spring motor to allow these to actually be raced.
This collection of 20 models is possibly the largest in the country and certainly would hold its own against any in the world. The most noticeable feature is the variety of colours that the models were produced in. These are the Racing Colours of various nations - the famous Silver Arrows, Bleu de France, Rosso Corsa, British Racing Green etc. No-one has yet compiled a definitive list of all the variations possible. Italian Red is naturally the most common, the prototype vehicle being a native to the country.
