Online Auction

Canadian Arts, Culture & History


Auction begins to close:
November 07, 2024 at 2:00 pm ET

Our popular Canadian Arts, Culture and History Auction returns with Canadian-themed scenic pottery, including a Maple pattern ‘ugly beaver’ Staffordshire tureen, alongside a good selection of blue transferware. A large box containing eight tea caddies, presented to Princess Louise, Marchioness of Lorne, on her departure to Canada in 1878 is featured, alongside a collection of books, prints, sculpture and more.

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Auction Details


On View at Waddington's Toronto

Sunday, November 03 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Monday, November 04 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Tuesday, November 05 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Specialist(s)

Sean Quinn

Senior Specialist, Clocks, Sculpture & Lighting

416-847-6187 /

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  • Each lot is subject to a buyer’s premium of 25% on the hammer price up to and including $25,000 CAD as part of the purchase price. Hammer prices in excess of $25,000 will be charged a buyer’s premium of 22%.
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