Fine Arts

Michael Collins’s last supper cutlery among items to savour at upcoming auctions

There’s an piece from another Michael Collins up for grabs with a signed picture of the famous astronaut featuring in the Collector’s Cabinet auction at Mullen’s of Bray, there’s also plenty of interest at RJ Keighery’s auction in Waterford

Cutlery used by Michael Collins on the day he died: estimate of €1,500-€2,000 at Mullen’s auction

Two upcoming auctions offer everything from chandeliers, mid-century design to militaria and collectibles.

Starting with Waterford city-based RJ Keighery’s, which on Monday, March 6, brings 567 lots of antiques, mid-century design, jewellery and decorative items under the hammer.

The sale includes no fewer than 15 magnificent crystal chandeliers including a trio of 12 branch Waterford Crystal limited edition chandeliers. Lots 322, 323 and 324 are each estimated at €8,000-€12,000.