Results: The Spring Art Sale


March 2025

On Friday 14th March, we held our much-anticipated Spring Art Sale at David Duggleby Auctioneers and Valuers. This exclusive auction featured an exceptional array of fresh-to-market pictures, private lifetime collections, and individual masterpieces across various genres and periods. It also saw exciting bidding wars for some of the lots, adding to the excitement of the sale in the room and online. 


The sale was a tremendous success and there were a number of standout lots that caught everyone’s attention. Works by The Staithes Group artists did particularly well with Robert Jobling ‘Girls on the Steps at Cowbar’ fetching a handsome £4,400  and Ernest Higgins Rigg’s ‘Young Boy in a Straw Hat’ seeing a bid of £3,800 being enough to secure the work, almost four times our high end estimate.

 

Sale Highlights

Discover the highlights from this sale and uncover the impressive prices that these extraordinary masterpieces achieved.

Left to Right: Lot 88, Lot 157 & Lot 27

Lot 88
A beautiful depiction of Venice by the talented British artist Raymond M Rogers (1958-2011) in this stunning oil painting on panel. Rogers' meticulous attention to detail and skilful use of light and shadow bring this iconic cityscape to life, offering viewers a glimpse into the charm and beauty of Venice. Sold for £1,600

Lot 157
A captivating maritime scene by renowned British artist Richard Weatherill (1844-1913) at Duggleby Auctioneers. This exquisite oil painting depicts "Ships at Anchor in Whitby Harbour," showcasing Weatherill's masterful brushwork and attention to detail.The tranquil composition captures the essence of Whitby Harbour, exuding a sense of serenity and nostalgia. Weatherill's skilful use of light and shadow brings the ships to life, creating a mesmerising interplay of colours and textures. Sold for £2,000

Lot 27
This stunning oil painting on canvas by Alexander Jamieson depicts the picturesque scene of 'Scarborough Castle and Harbour'. Jamieson, a Scottish artist born in 1873, showcases his talent with this beautifully detailed piece. The artwork is signed by the artist and features the title of the painting. The painting comes with an exhibition label, adding provenance and historical context to this exquisite artwork. Sold for £2,000

Left to Right: Lot 141, Lot 142 & Lot 87

Lot 141
Eugène Isabey (French 1803-1886): Pathway at Dusk. Signed by the artist and dated 1855, this painting measures 19cm x 26cm, making it a captivating addition to any collection of fine art. Sold for £1,500

Lot 142
Elias Mollineaux Bancroft (British 1846-1924): 'Arguments Yard - Old Whitby'. A stunning watercolour and gouache painting by Elias Mollineaux Bancroft, a British artist known for his intricate works. This piece, titled 'Arguments Yard - Old Whitby', captures a charming scene with exquisite detail and skilful use of colour. Signed, titled and dated 1883. Sold for £2,500

Lot 87
Cecil Rochfort D'oyly John (British 1906-1993): 'St Tropez - South of France' Measuring 40cm x 50cm, this painting captures the beauty of St Tropez in the South of France, depicting a scene that invites viewers to immerse themselves in the charm of this picturesque location. Sold for £1,300

 

Left to Right: Lot 203, Lot 229 & Lot 204

Lot 203
A stunning piece by renowned British artist Damien Hirst, known for his provocative and innovative works. This acrylic on paper artwork, titled 'Saturn Spin Painting 2009', showcases Hirst's unique style. Sold for £2,000

Lot 229
Attributed to Natalia Goncharova, 'Un Danseur' captures the essence of movement and grace in a delightful manner. Painted in oil on a wooden panel, the piece bears the initials N.G. Sold for £1,100

Lot 204
Another striking artwork by the renowned British artist Damien Hirst, titled 'Rocket Ship Spin Painting 2009', showcases Hirst's iconic style and unique approach to art.
Created using acrylic on die-cut wove paper, this artwork features an inkstamp signature verso and the artist's blindstamp. Originally published by the Pinchuk Art Centre in Ukraine. Sold for £1,400

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