Charles Hanson is one of the most recognisable auctioneers in the country thanks to his TV appearances over many years on programmes such as Bargain Hunt and Antiques Road Trip.

Hanson’s upcoming Clothing, Textiles, Antique Bears, Antique Dolls & Dolls Houses Auction gets underway on Thursday 29^th September 2022 from 9.30am. The sale will be taking place at the auction’s Bishton Hall saleroom.

We’ve selected a few stand out items from the sale including a slightly scary looking male mannequin, a snazzy Welsh wool trouser suit, men’s woollen swimming trunks and a vintage Liberty of London wedding dress.

There’ll be a buyer’s premium of 25% (+VAT) with a minimum lot charge of £6.00 (+VAT). There’ll be additional fees for bidding via The Saleroom website.

If you want to find out about their shipping options, they ask that you email them direct.

Lot 9: A rare 1930s male mannequin by French model makers Fery Boudrot
The production number 389 is on the back of his neck. The mannequin comes wearing the original boots and socks.(1) generally he is in pretty good condition with some loss of paint, and he is complete. He shows obvious signs of age such as surface cracking and he is missing the toes on one foot (not seen thanks to him still wearing his boots).
Estimate £800 – £1,200

Lot 19: A rare Welsh wool two piece trouser and tunic set C1968, and a 1960s zip front hooded jacket
In welsh wool. (2) both in good condition, trousers 28/9 inch waist
Estimate £80 – £120

Lot 30: 1920s men’s knitted swimsuit ‘A Reputation Swimsuit’ sz 42
30s 40s knitted swimming trunks by Jantzen, 1960s St Michael swimming trunks and 3 pairs of handmade Church’s shoes (3)
Estimate £30 – £50

Lot 40: 2 boxed Hermes silk scarves
To include a 1974 ‘Springs’ scarf by LeDoux 35″ square and a 1983 red silk square ‘Bolduc’ by Jean-Louis Dumas (2)
Estimate £100 – £120

Lot 46: A 1920s bell cloche
Made from straw with milk chocolate petersham band, felt leaves and a bunch of millinery berries (1) lining is stained and there is a separation in the seam at the crown
Estimate £40 – £60

Lot 49: 3 Victorian flags or banners
To include a Rampant Lion 67cm x 52 cm, a George and the dragon with the words “Long Live the Queen” 77cm x 89cm and the Royal Standard 62cm x 144 cm (3) all have holes/ tears from being hung and age related marks/ fade, God Save the Queen flag has some white paint speckles
Estimate £100 – £140

Lot 68: A rare 18^th century French silk brocade bodice with silver Torchon lace
This was made to be worn by a winged religious statue or icon. Completely hand stitched and lined with silk, it was originally boned, but the baleen was splintering at it was removed to protect the silk.  the 18th century silver torchon lace is a masterpiece in itself.  wing tip to wing tip (sleeves) 123 cm good condition. A little damage to damage to the silk around some of the lacing holes where the lace has been pulled too tight. some rubbing to the silk at the back in one area. minor wear. generally very strong, clean and bright.
Estimate £140 – £180

Lot 101: 12 vintage dresses and 2 blouses
Mostly 60s with a 50s dress. (13) condition is generally good, there are a couple of items with marks, the 50s dress has a tear at the underarm.
Estimate £60 – £80

Lot 187: 1960s wedding dress made by Liberty of London
(labelled), column style dress with integral over dress with train (1)
Estimate £60 – £80