I have been an auctioneer for nearly 30 years. I have headed various companies over this period and have recently just sold a company that has traded globally since 1987. My expertise is Contemporary Art, Oriental Art and Crafts, Entertainment Memorabilia, Diamond and Colour Stone Jewellery, French Wines, etc.
My career has been slightly more than just auctioneering - it has involved appraising large consignments, procurement, containerisation and shipping to the UK and Europe for eventual sale. I have travelled extensively in this role to many far flung destinations which also involved setting up branch offices in Hong Kong. My sons have been instrumental in the procurement of auction items and moved from Scotland to Hong Kong and mainland China to oversee this difficult process. Although I have been told I should be considering taking things a little easier, I enjoy the job so much, I have no desire to give up on the auctioneering side yet - there are so many new challenges with new technologies and the opportunities with online auctions - there is still so much to achieve.
The Auction House
Drummore House
North Berwick Road
Musselburgh
Scotland, UK
EH21 8JT