Antiques & Interiors featuring the Carter Preston Family Collection, and Photographic & Scientific

Day One - Lot: 1 to 500 - 30th Apr, 2026 10:00
Day Two - Lot: 501 to 936 - 1st May, 2026 10:00

CHANGE IN BUYERS' PREMIUM: Please note, the Buyers' Premium at The Cheshire & Liverpool Salerooms has now increased to 25% + VAT.

Reminder for Buyers:

Review Important Information: Familiarise yourself with the Buyer's Notes and Terms & Conditions before bidding.
Registration: Make sure you are registered to bid in advance for the specific auction with a valid copy of your photographic ID.
Where to Access: These details are available when you open the auction catalogue.

Proper preparation ensures a smooth bidding experience.

Viewing times

Tuesday 28th and Wednesday 29th April from 10.00am to 5.30pm

The Liverpool Saleroom
18 Jordan Street
Liverpool
L1 0BP
0151 709 8070
liverpool@adampartridge.co.uk

Closing date for entries: Monday 7th April 2026

Buyer's Notes

Pre-Bidding Inspection

Buyers are expected to inspect lots or otherwise satisfy themselves regarding:
- Physical Condition: Including any defects.
- Catalogue Description: Refer to General Conditions 2.4 and 2.5 for details about descriptions.

Gemstones

All gemstones are presumed to be synthetic or treated, unless explicitly stated otherwise in the description.

ID Requirement

All bidders must provide a copy of photographic ID to place a bid.

Assistance

For any difficulties or questions, contact the saleroom directly for support.

See the full Terms & Conditions of sale and ensure you have read and understood them before proceeding to buy at auction.

Condition Reports

Deadline: Requests must be made no later than 5:30pm on the Tuesday prior to the sale.
How to Request: Use the "Request Condition Report" link in the catalogue.

Bidding

Deadline: All bids must be received by 5:30pm on the Tuesday prior to the sale.
Bidding Options:

Website: Free registration; live bidding incurs a 2% fee + VAT on the hammer price.
Email: Send bids to the designated bidding email.
The-Saleroom.com: Bids and live bidding incur a 4.95% fee + VAT.

For more details, visit the Using Live Bidding pages on the website.

Invoices and Payment

Invoices: Sent on the Friday evening after the auction.
Payment Methods:

Preferred: Use the payment link in your invoice.
Alternative Options: Bank transfer (specific details per branch), online payment via the website, or debit card payment over the phone.
Credit Card: Accepted only for invoices under £200.