20th Century & Modern Furnishings

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Department Specialists

Tom Howard

Head of Furniture & Specialist Valuer





Sell 20th Century & Modern Furniture at Auction


Our 20th Century & Modern Furnishings department is renowned for its expertise in evaluating, consigning, and auctioning an extensive array of furniture from the 20th century to modern times. Our team holds a specialised knowledge in the nuances of modern design movements, offering precise valuations and strategic marketing to connect each piece with the ideal buyer, thus ensuring optimal returns for our consignors.

We offer a bespoke service tailored to vendors wishing to sell individual items, large collections, or entire estates. We cover a broad spectrum of modern design, from the groundbreaking simplicity of Bauhaus to the organic warmth of Scandinavian design and the bold, eclectic flair of postmodern pieces.

Mid-century modern furniture, celebrated for its innovation and timeless appeal, regularly forms a significant part of our collection. This period, which peaked from the mid-1940s to the late 1960s, introduced some of the most iconic designs in furniture history. At Dugglebys, we frequently auction pieces such as the sleek and functional Ercol tables and chairs, renowned for their craftsmanship and design; G Plan furniture, embodying the era's ethos of beauty, functionality, and affordability; and Parker Knoll armchairs and sofas, offering classic comfort with enduring style.

Our consignment process is designed to be transparent and supportive, guiding vendors from valuation through to auction and final settlement. Utilising a mix of traditional and digital marketing strategies, we ensure each piece receives maximum visibility among a global network of collectors, interior designers, and design enthusiasts.

Our specialist understanding of the dynamic market for modern furnishings positions us as the preferred choice for consignors and buyers alike, looking to capture the essence, history, and significance of modern design.

To find out more about our forthcoming sales or to discuss potential consignments, please don’t hesitate to contact a member of our specialist team, or you can request a furnishings valuation below.

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What can we help you with?  

All items must be approved by a member of our valuation team before being sold at auction. Please select a valuation type below to begin the selling process...

There may be a fee for this professional service. Probate valuations start from just £99 + VAT.

There may be a fee for this professional service. Insurance valuations start from just £50 + VAT.

Valuation Type

The Vine Street Salerooms
Scarborough
YO11 1XN

Open Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm

14 Wednesday Market
Beverley
HU17 0DH

Open for valuations Monday - Tuesday, 10am - 4pm

Tuesday - Specialist Jewellery Valuation Day

5 Raglan Street
Harrogate
HG1 1LE

Open for valuations Monday, Thursday, Friday, 9am-4pm (closed between 12-1pm for lunch)

Available to book appointments from Monday 2nd October

The Saleroom
Murton
York
YO19 5GF

Open for valuations Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm

Please select your preferred date and a member of our team will confirm this with you.

When would you like us to visit the property?

Please select your preferred date and a member of our team will confirm this with you.

Recent Sale Highlights

Howard & Sons - Edwardian mahogany framed two seat sofa, upholstered in original H&S folia...

SOLD: £4,900

Early 20th century ‘HMV' 202 cabinet gramophone, oak cased, moulded top with foliate carve...

SOLD: £4,400

18th century inlaid walnut chest on stand, ovolo-moulded rectangular top inlaid with ebony...

SOLD: £3,800

Edwardian mahogany artist's cabinet once belonging to the British artist Eli Marsden Wilso...

SOLD: £3,100

Large and impressive late 19th century Irish mahogany secretaire bookcase, moulded sloped ...

SOLD: £2,800

Finn Juhl for France & Son - 'Japan' mid-20th century teak three seat sofa upholstered in ...

SOLD: £2,300

Set twelve (4+8) Edwardian inlaid mahogany dining chairs, cresting rail with satinwood ban...

SOLD: £1,800

Art Nouveau period inlaid mahogany display cabinet, raised shaped and moulded pediment ove...

SOLD: £1,700

Waring & Gillow Ltd. - Edwardian inlaid satinwood triple wardrobe, stepped moulded cornice...

SOLD: £1,600

Duresta - 'Beaminster' grande two-seat sofa, traditional shape with rolled arms, upholster...

SOLD: £1,600

Simon Horn - 'Chatsworth' hardwood 5' 3'' Queen-size sleigh bed or lit bateau, panelled he...

SOLD: £1,600

Late 19th century Indian Burmese carved and pierced hardwood and brass inlaid wall shelf, ...

SOLD: £1,600

George III mahogany twin pedestal partners desk, rectangular top with moulded edge and an ...

SOLD: £1,600

Early 20th century Howard style armchair, upholstered in Kilim fabric with sprung seat, ha...

SOLD: £1,600

Charles Nosotti - set twelve 19th century caved walnut and parcel gilt dining chairs, cart...

SOLD: £1,500

Classical Grecian design Carrera marble centre table, the rectangular single slab top with...

SOLD: £1,500

Classical Grecian design Carrera marble centre table, the rectangular single slab top with...

SOLD: £1,300

Victorian design inlaid figured walnut credenza sideboard, shaped form with crossbanded an...

SOLD: £1,300

Duresta - 'Beaminster' grande two-seat sofa, traditional shape with rolled arms, upholster...

SOLD: £1,300

Large 19th century oak ecclesiastical refectory table, the moulded rectangular top on squa...

SOLD: £1,200

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