OPPORTUNITY IN TERNATIONAL WOULD LIKE TO THANK OUR AUCTIONEER TH IS EVENING, JEANNE DE GUARD IOLA CALLANAN. Jeanne has a Maste rs in History of Art from SOAS, University of Lond on and a BA in Clas sic al and Near Eastern Arch aeology from Bryn Ma wr College, PA. She is a special ist in Indian, Himalay an and Southeast Asian art and worked at Sothe by’s for six years and then as the Director of Carlto n Rochell Asian Art, New Yo rk. Jeanne is now an ind ependent art consultant and advises private co lle cto rs and institutions on poten tial acquisitions. Je anne is a Sotheby’s-trained auctioneer and do nates her time in this way to help charities raise mone y. Jeanne and her hu sband William have four children: Allegra and Olivia, 8, who were born in 2006 at 29 weeks and were the impetus for Je anne’s involvement with Bo rne (a charity worki ng to prevent disability and death in childbirth); and Lia m and Emilia, 4, whom the y adopted from Ru ssia in 2011. LOT 1 England vs France at Twickenham Four tickets – 21st March 2015 T VALUE £5,000 This huge game will be crucial to both fiercely competitive teams in the lead up to the Rugby World Cup. Twickenham will be vibrating with excitement as England and France collide to decide the final placings in the Six Nations Championship. L I V E AUCTIO N 7 Be there on 21 March to see if your team is up to the challenge. On offer tonight are four seats in the front row of the middle-tier, near the halfway line. Grab these tickets tonight as Twickenham has sold out! LOT 2 Guilt-free Golf in Barbados Luxury Villa on the 18th Hole I KI NDLY DONATED BY John and Stacia Ford VALUE £4,000 Valid until end January 2016, subject to availability. Includes one round of golf for two people. f Barbados is the pearl of the Caribbean islands, Apes Hill Club is the pearl of Barbados. Located in the centre of the island, just half an hour from the airport, Apes Hill offers elegance, exclusivity, and sporting excellence. The Club’s championship golf course offers majestic views of both the east and west coasts of Barbados. After a round of golf on this L IV E AUCTIO N 8 renowned course, often used for PGA and World Match play tournaments, you can relax in your own private villa, directly on the 18th hole. With panoramic views and a private pool, up to six people will enjoy this three-bedroom Barbadian plantation home for a week. With beach access and the culture of the Caribbean at your doorstep this is the perfect family getaway or golfing expedition. LOT 3 Table for Ten at the 2015 Grand Prix Ball VALUE £5,000 2nd July 2015, London A s the highlight of the social activities surrounding the British Grand Prix, the Grand Prix Ball has traditionally been held in grounds close to Silverstone. However, this year the much anticipated curtainraiser to the Formula 1 weekend is being held at the Royal Artillery Gardens at the HAC in the heart of the City. Guests will have the exclusive chance to join a host of L I V E AUCTIO N 9 celebrities and Formula 1 royalty on the red carpet at this star-studded black tie party. Along with an impressive array of Formula 1 cars both past and present, you’ll enjoy a champagne reception, three course dinner with drinks and great entertainment from chart topping acts – the perfect way to gear up for the Formula 1 British Grand Prix at Silverstone! LOT 4 Val d’Isere A Week You’ll Never Forget W KI NDLY DONATED BY Veronique and Marshall Parke VALUE £8,000 Valid until end Feb 2016, excluding 13 – 28 Feb 2015 and 27 March to 6 April 6 2015, other dates subject to availability. ith an immense ski area, three glaciers, a buzzing nightlife and a huge range of restaurants, Val d’Isere is one of the most popular mountains in the French Alps. The resort’s high altitude guarantees snow and with 24,700 acres of skiable terrain, along with 300km of marked piste, you’ll be hard pressed to cover it all in a week. Our challenge – do L IV E AUCTIO N 10 your best! At the end of the day relax in an exclusive apartment situated in a prestigious location in the heart of the old village, directly on the slopes. Combining luxury and comfort with contemporary touches, the apartment sleeps six and has a wonderfully warm feeling. With its open plan layout, you’ll have plenty of space to socialise before cozying up in front of the fire. LOT 5 The 2015 Augusta Masters for Two 10th – 13th April 2015 T VALUE Priceless Flights & airport transfers not included. he chance to experience The Masters is one afforded to the very few. It is perhaps the most prestigious golf tournament in the world and the only Major to be played at the same venue, the magnificent Augusta National. This sublime package includes course tickets on the final Sunday of The Masters. You will experience L I V E AUCTIO N 11 VIP hospitality at The Legends Club, 400 yards from the entrance of Augusta, 3 night’s accommodation at the 4* Marriott hotel in Columbia S.C. (from Friday 10th April - sharing a twin room) and transfers to and from Augusta National. You will also be able to play a round on the Saturday at Lexington Country Club, inclusive of buggy hire. LOT 6 Everyone Wins Sow the Seeds of Opportunity ost farmers in Africa are operating at just 40% of their capacity. As a result, Africa generates only 10% of the world’s agricultural output, despite its vast stretches of fertile land. To meet the growing local and global demand for food, Africa’s famers must increase the quality of their crops and the yield from their farms. Opportunity International is working with smallholder farmers, helping them to become commercially viable and reach their potential. You can help. Through your support, farmers like Lucia, can access high-quality fertiliser, seeds and other agricultural inputs, which can boost the quality and yield of her crop. Thanks to Opportunity’s partnerships with local agronomists, Lucia received comprehensive training and advice on what L IV E AUCTIO N 12 and when to plant and harvest. Through her Opportunity savings account, Lucia can reduce the pressures of seasonal cash flow and avoid side-selling to meet her basic needs. Rather than sell her harvest at a low price due to lack of access to the markets, Lucia can receive finance to transport her crop to new markets, where she can negotiate better prices. When you support a farmer like Lucia, you can be sure that with the improvement in her yield and increased income, her family and community will be the ones to benefit. Lucia herself will tell you, “I have been able to pay for my hospital bills, pay for my children’s school fees and books and now I am hoping to build a good house for me and my children – which we have never had before.” Photo: Kate Holt M HELP US HELP SMALLHOLDER FARMERS ACROSS AFRICA TO BOOST CROP YIELDS, REDUCE HUNGER AND INCREASE THE GLOBAL FOOD SUPPLY. SOW THE SEEDS OF OPPORTUNITY TONIGHT! YOUR GIFT OF £10,000 could provide at least 265 farmers with their first loan, changing the lives of more than 1,300 family members. £5,000 could run a financial education roadshow that reaches hundreds of farmers, encouraging them to access Opportunity’s services and realise their potential. L I V E AUCTIO N 13 £3,000 could enable loan officers from Mozambique to travel to Ghana to receive best practice training, ensuring successful implementation once they return home. £1,000 could train an entire community of more than 60 farmers in good agricultural practices. £500 could provide a year’s worth of fuel for a loan officer’s motorbike, enabling him or her to travel to remote rural farms. HOW TO BID 1 On the tablet pr ovided, scroll th rough the item on offer. For m s ore information an d an image of ea item simply tap ch your chosen lo t. Make your choi ce. Having read the details, sim tap the ‘Place Bi ply d’ or ‘Pledge’ bu tton. Select your na me and create a 4-digit PIN. You create this yourself the first time you use th system. If you ar e e not on the sy stem please tell Table Attendan your t, or click ‘Regist er’. 2 3 4 Enter your bid. Enter the amou nt you would lik to bid or pledge e and then press ‘Anonymous’ or ‘Confirm’ to subm it. For a snapsh ot of your biddin pledge activity g and simply click on ‘My Bids’. Congratulations ! You will be info rmed that your or pledge has be bid en accepted. If your bid is lower than the current bid, keep an ey e on the messa you will have th ge and e option to ente r a higher amou nt. 5 LOT 1 0 1 LOT 102 LOT 10 3 LOT 10 4 Three Night Getaway in Budapest Chateau Bergerac in the Heart of Dordogne Paris, the City of Love Californian Mountain Cabin Set within the majestic Klotild Palace in central Budapest the Buddha-Bar Hotel is one of the most stunning hotels in Europe. Its prime location is perfectly set within easy walking distance from the major Budapest attractions. This incredible package is for two guests to spend three nights in a Superior room with breakfast included. Spend a week in a luxurious 17th century chateau with views over the Dropt River. Fifteen guests will take advantage of absolute privacy in this eight-bedroom, meticulously maintained property set in 60 acres of gardens. With a private swimming pool and tennis court, this is the perfect French getaway. Dates subject to availability. Valid until 29 Jan 2016. G.K. Chesterton wrote, “London is a riddle. Paris is an explanation.” Have your own epiphany as four of you indulge in Parisian life for a long weekend. Enjoy three nights in this beautifully furnished Haussmann style apartment, in the shadow of the Eiffel Tower. Lake Tahoe is renowned for its crystal clear blue water, cosy lakeside villages and world-class skiing at the Sugar Bowl, Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows. Experience all it has to offer as ten of you enjoy this incredible 2,500 sq ft, fivebedroom cabin for a week. K IN DLY DON AT E D BY KIND LY D O NATED BY KIND LY D O NATE D BY Lisa Le Goater Jacques and Stephanie Gabillon Terry and Kim Watson Valid in May, June, September or October 2015, subject to availability. SIL E NT AUCTI O N 15 Valid until end Jan 2016, subject to availability. Valid until 15 Dec 2015, excluding 1 – 27 Aug. LOT 1 0 5 LOT 106 LOT 10 7 LOT 10 8 Contemporary Art Demystified The Wallace Collection Book Club with a Purpose Send Your Greetings in Style 2014 Man Booker Prize judge Jonathan Bate, Professor of English Literature and Provost of Worcester College, Oxford, will host up to six people for afternoon tea and a discussion of the 2014 Man Booker shortlist. To help you prepare, we’ve included a copy of the six shortlisted novels. It’s never too early to get ready for Christmas! Anne Buckens and Martine Tabet will produce a family portrait and 2015 Christmas Card your friends will remember. With Anne behind the lens and graphic designer Martine at the helm, all you and your family will need to do is smile. Stephanie and Jacques Gabillon KIND LY D O NATED BY KIND LY D O NATE D BY Jonathan Bate Tour for up to 25 guests in English, French, Italian or Polish, between 10.15am and 15.00pm, planned at least 14 days prior to the visit and subject to lecturer’s availability. The Book Club will take place at Worcester College, Oxford at a mutually convenient time. Valid until Dec 2015, excluding July and August. Anne Buckens and Martine Tabet Escape from London to the picturesque village of Little Milton where Michael Hue-Williams will provide a scintillating introduction to art collecting and a private tour of his gallery, Albion Barn. Discover the finest private collection of art ever assembled by one family. Relive the spirit of the fashionable (and often scandalous!) collectors in this fascinating 90 minute tour which introduces you to all of the Wallace Collection’s key works of art. KIN DLY DON AT E D BY KI NDLY DONATED BY Michael Hue-Williams www.albionbarn.com Talk and tour for up to six guests to be taken on 5, 6, 26 or 27 Feb, 2015. SIL E NT AUCTI O N 16 Photos to be taken by end Oct 2015, design to follow. Printing not included. LOT 1 0 9 LOT 110 LOT 111 LOT 112 Moonswell Calm, 2015 Tim Steward Commission “Rest” by Sharon Chu Your Face in Lego® Tim’s distinctive style was honed in Oxford, London, Florence and Paris. His subject matter mainly rests on classical themes and iconic architecture. Available tonight is a commissioned drawing of an Oxford or London landmark in pastel and pigment. You choose the architecture and Tim will make it yours. Chu’s love of the traditional free hand Chinese art form is seen in her attention to placement, simplicity and fluid movement. Collectors in Britain, Hong Kong and New York appreciate her interpretive floral and wildlife scenes and the tranquillity and tenderness they convey. Tonight’s painting was inspired by Psalm 23:2-3. Theo Platt’s passion for oil painting is clearly seen in his Oceans Series work, including the piece he has on offer tonight, which exhibits his realist but extremely fluid technique. Theo’s work is included in collections across the UK including the National Portrait Gallery in London, the Scottish National Portrait Gallery, Durham University and University College London. K IN DLY DON AT E D BY KI NDLY DONATED BY Theo Platt www.theoplatt.com Oil on canvas, 60 x 60 cm Tim Steward www.timsteward.co.uk Commission to be arranged by June 2015. Finished piece would be 80x60cm to 100x70cm and provided unframed. All the kids will want one! On offer tonight is the opportunity to commission a unique Lego® mosaic portrait of yourself, your child or even your favourite superhero. 1) Provide an image and choose a style and colours, 2) view a plan of your mosaic before work goes ahead and 3) BAM! your image will be immortalised. KIND LY D O NATE D BY KIND LY D O NATED BY Sharon Chu Watercolour on Japanese paper lined with silk. SIL E NT AUCTI O N 17 Alastair Howard and Oxford Brick Art www.oxfordbrickart.com Commission to be arranged by June 2015. LOT 1 1 3 LOT 114 LOT 115 LOT 116 Arsenal vs Chelsea – Two Tickets Lionel Messi Barcelona Shirt Warm up for Wimbledon Rugby World Cup Quarter Finals Saturday, 25 April 2015, 3:00pm, Emirates Stadium. Don’t miss this monumental match-up between two of England’s greatest teams in the game of games! Chelsea is sure to be a strong opponent for Arsenal, but Arsenal certainly has the home team advantage. Hand signed & framed Barcelona home shirt of one of the world’s greatest ever players, Lionel Messi. At just 27 Messi is Barcelona’s all team record goal scorer. He has won six La Liga titles, three UEFA Champions League titles, is the only player to have claimed the coveted Ballon d’Or a record four times and an Olympic Gold medallist! Two tickets for the final of the Aegon Championships, at Queen’s Club London on Sunday 21 June 2015. To quote Murray – “Some of the greatest players that have played have won here, and they always get a really, really strong field with top grass court players.” Don’t miss it! With record levels of demand for tickets, this has been a tough cup to get to! Grab these tickets tonight and two of you will head to Millennium Stadium, Cardiff on Sunday 18 October 2015 for the third Quarter Final between the Winners of Pool D and the Runners-Up of Pool C. KI NDLY DONATED BY Complete with certificate of authenticity. KIND LY D O NATED BY Pool C – NZ, Argentina, Tonga, Georgia and Namibia. Pool D – France, Ireland, Italy, Canada and Romania. Seats will be in Category B. John O’Neill Lulu and Ed Siskind SI L E NT AUCTI O N 18 LOT 1 1 7 LOT 118 LOT 119 LOT 120 Fly Fishing for a Day Royal Mid-Surrey Golf Club Buy Yourself a Training Partner Silent, serene and sensational To play at Royal Mid-Surrey is to walk in the footsteps of royalty, Ryder Cup and Walker Cup stars. The famous J.H. Taylor course boasts 18 USGA spec greens and provides golfers with one of the most exceptional golfing experiences in London. Young Ambassador for Opportunity Finn Nugent is a Junior GB triathlete and an under 20s World Duathlon (cycling and running) Silver Medallist. Let Finn spend a day working with you to hone your training programme. Experience a trial individual gliding lesson and flight. Take it from Leonardo da Vinci – “Once you have tasted flight, you will walk the earth with your eyes turned forever skyward, for there you have been, and there you long to return.” The River Test is England’s pre-eminent chalk stream and generally regarded as the birthplace of modern fly-fishing. Spend a day fishing a prime beat of one mile on the River Test, Hampshire, with lunch included and all equipment provided, if necessary. Date to be agreed between the winner and your host for the day, Cliff Hampton. Valid from May to September 2015. K IN DLY DON AT E D BY KIND LY D O NATED BY KIND LY D O NATE D BY Terry and Kim Watson Finn Nugent Three ball and lunch hosted by Opportunity Board Chair Terry Watson, valid until end Jan 2016. Valid for up to five hours on one day cycling, swimming or running - until end Jan 2016. Date to be agreed between the winner and Finn. Jacques and Stephanie Gabillon SIL E NT AUCTI O N 19 Valid until Dec 2015. LOT 1 2 1 LOT 12 2 LOT 123 LOT 124 For personal advice please contact [email protected] Fine Wines since 1879 Belgian Royal Warrant Holder Private Dinner Party for 10 Grafé Lecocq Magnum Collection A Meal Without Wine is Called Breakfast Joe Hepworth hails from The Waterside Inn, Tom Aikens, Petrus and L’Enclume. Joe will travel to your home or mutually agreed venue and provide a sumptuous eight-course tasting menu experience for ten guests agreed in consultation with you. Joe and his assistant will serve all the dishes to your table and provide you with a hassle free night to remember. This is something special – three magnums of Château Haut Giraude – Montagne St Emilion 2000 – an outstanding Bordeaux vintage. This wine offers all the complexity of flavour reminiscent of black fruits, with a touch of incense and fall flavours and still with magnificent structure. Suitable for any time of the day, this mixed dozen of Naked Wines’ favourites will provide the perfect lubricant. Includes a tummy-warming Argentinean Malbec, a lip-smacking Kiwi Sauvignon and a smooooothas-you-like Merlot. Available Sunday – Thursday and subject to availability by agreement with Joe. A Case of Arran Made from the purest water supply in all of Scotland, a case of Arran Malt Whisky will warm your heart this winter. Don’t miss out on the chance to have your whisky capital expenditure classed as a charity donation! KIN DLY DON AT E D BY KIND LY D O NATED BY KIND LY D O NATE D BY Grafé Lecocq www.grafe.be Naked Wines www.nakedwines.com Brendan Peilow Visit our prize table to see the exact collection on offer tonight. SIL E NT AUCTI O N 20 LOT 1 2 5 LOT 12 6 LOT 127 LOT 128 Drive the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps Exclusive Access to Rolls-Royce Corporate Finance Internship Designer Sunglasses Test yourself and your motor as you drive your own car on Belgium’s Spa-Francorchamps Grand Prix circuit. Before you take the wheel, an experienced driver will take you for a couple of circuit tours in a racing car, giving you all the sensations you can dream of. Valid on 6/4, 25/5, 8/6, 13/7, 3/8, 7/9, 18/10 or 11/11/2015. Amble the elevated Skywalk which traverses the entire production area of the Home of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, including Phantom, Ghost and Wraith production lines. Learn the history of the Marque and discover what makes this prestigious brand so unique. Fenchurch Advisory Partners is a leading independent corporate finance advisory firm in London. Specialising in the financial services sector, this will be the perfect place to learn more about what it takes to be successful in this highly competitive field. What is the definition of optimism? An Englishman with sunglasses! But let’s be honest – we all need to travel, so make sure you’re ready for the sun with the latest in fashion eyewear from Zeal and Maui Jim. With two pairs you can change them to match your outfit or share with a friend. K IN DLY DON AT E D BY KIND LY D O NATED BY KIND LY D O NATE D BY Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Cliff Hampton & Fenchurch Advisory Partners Central Coast Eyecare This 90 minute private tour of the Home of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars in Goodwood, West Sussex for 2 adults (minimum age 16) to be taken on a date mutually agreed and subject to availability, valid from 1 Feb until 30 Nov 2015. Internship is for one week, to be taken before the end of 2015 and would be ideal for a university or A Level student interested in a career in the City. SIL E NT AUCTI O N 21 Both pairs are for men or women and available at the prize table if you’d like to try them on! LOT 1 2 9 LOT 130 LOT 13 1 LOT 13 2 Tired, stressed or just need to unwind? Luxury Linen Watusi Ankole Cattle Horns African Bolga Market Basket In sub-Saharan Africa, these long, elegant horns are a great tribal status symbol. A sustainable bi-product of the beef industry, purchased directly from the farmers, these horns create much needed additional revenue for the rural communities where income streams are limited. This pair was hand-crafted in Uganda by local artisans. This striking basket was handmade in Bolgatanga, northern Ghana. Not only useful for storage, shopping, picnics and days out this basket will be a stunning and unique addition to your home. A bespoke 90 minute Deep Tissue Massage in the comfort of your own home, using Pevonia Botanical’s all-natural massage lotion. Let your tension melt away as you relax during this wonderful treatment. The African women who skilfully craft these linens have taken back the threads of their lives and once more shape the patterns of their future. Included in this luxury collection of hand embroidered, high quality Belgian linens are two pillow cases, two ethnic Kasai cushions and two delightful cases to style up your accessories. KI NDLY DONATED BY KIN DLY DON AT E D BY Lulu and Ed Siskind Anne Buckens www.kisany.com Valid Monday to Wednesday in Central and South West London, until end Jan 2016. Please visit the prize table to see the exact collection on offer. KIND LY D O NATED BY The East African Trading Company SI L E NT AUCTI O N 22 LOT 1 3 3 LOT 134 LOT 13 5 LOT 13 6 Denise Manning Cuff Laurence Coste Earrings “Light My Fire” By Kilian Kidman, Paltrow, Blanchett Delicate but striking, these black onyx and Mother of Pearl earrings by Walton Street designer Laurence Coste are perfect for evening wear or just for fun. A fragrance for men or women, Light my Fire plunges into the dark spiciness of tobacco leaf evoked by dry fragrant cumin, tedded hay, earthy patchouli and vetiver. The sweetness blossoms in wild honey melting into a warm base of vanilla, the almond tang of white heliotrope and smoky birchwood. What do they have in common? Makeup artist to the stars Rebecca Lafford has worked with all three and more. Invest in a makeup lesson with Rebecca tonight and you’ll not only learn how to “do your face” but find out what it’s like to work in the movies. KI NDLY DONATED BY K IN DLY DON AT E D BY KIND LY D O NATED BY KIND LY D O NATE D BY Denise Manning – London Laurence Coste By Kilian www.bykilian.com Valid until end January 2016. Denise Manning is best known for her attention to quality and detail. From vintage inspired, to modern classics, all of her jewellery embodies her unique sense of style. Tonight’s piece is a superbly delicate flower cuff, hand crafted and plated in 18kt gold. Currently mounted with clips but can be adjusted for pierced ears. SIL E NT AUCTI O N 23 Rebecca Lafford LOT 1 3 7 LOT 138 LOT 13 9 LOT 14 0 John Cleese – Ministry of Silly Walks Sherlock Holmes Collection Time to Tinkle the Ivories The Sport of Kings Monty Python morphed from a quirky television series into a global phenomenon, spawning stage shows, films, albums, books and a musical as well as launching the members to individual stardom. The group’s influence on comedy has been compared to The Beatles’ influence on music. For the first and only time John Cleese has authorised and signed this wonderful limited edition print from the ‘Ministry of Silly Walks’. Whether it’s Cumberbatch or Downey Jnr you’re into, this Sherlock collection is a must have for the young teen in your life. Inside this treasure chest you’ll find DVDs, a hardcover copy of BBC’s “Sherlock: The Casebook”, a Sherlock edition of the classic Cluedo® and six novels from the “Young Sherlock” series by Andrew Lane. The game is on! Are you this generation’s Beethoven? On offer tonight are five lessons with pianist Budoc Goudie (Royal College of Music). Goudie is passionate, encouraging, fun and inspiring, accepting pupils of all ages and ability, speaking French and English. KIN DLY DON AT E D BY Complete with certificate of authenticity. the Turner children Stampeding hooves, the clash of mallets, the intensity of a chukka – all held in tension with your champagne flute balancing on the spectator rails. Don’t miss your chance to enjoy one of the highest non-professional polo games in the UK and hospitality for ten at the Bledisloe Warwickshire Cup at the Cotswolds’ beautiful Cirencester Park Polo Club. KIND LY D O NATED BY KIND LY D O NATE D BY Budoc Goudie The Amersi Foundation Lessons in your home in Chelsea, South Kensington, Fulham or Battersea. Valid until end January 2016. Match on Sunday 21st June 2015, includes lunch, champagne, wine and afternoon tea. SIL E NT AUCTI O N 24
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