ANTIQUES

Scottish Field’s round-up of the salerooms, interesting lots and prices

A DEAR DRAM

Bonhams Whisky Sale in Edinburgh made a record-breaking £1,674,125 after selling a star whisky collection. The most expensive bottle was the extremely rare The Macallan Valerio Adami 1926 60 year old which sold for a world record of £848,750. This met its estimate of between £700,000 and £900,000. It is believed that this is the most valuable item ever sold at auction in Scotland.

Inspirational Insights

On 18 November Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museums Development Trust is putting on a charity valuation, led by auction house Lyon & Turnbull. The event is to be held at the Marcliffe Hotel in Aberdeen and aims to fundraise and spread the word about the redevelopment of the Aberdeen Art Gallery. Guests are encouraged to bring up to three items to be valued. There will also be a series of talks and pop-up shops to enjoy.