An SW7 postcode, a Monday-morning start and a mixed catalogue to work through with coffee in hand: Kings Russell’s late-June general sale is the browse-everything kind of auction that rewards patience and a sharp eye. It runs entirely online, so you can bid from the garden as easily as from a saleroom chair.
What’s in the Kings Russell fine art and antiques sale?
This is a general sale, which in trade terms means breadth over a single specialism: pictures, decorative objects, furniture and the smaller antiques that fill a mixed-vendor catalogue. Sales like this give dealers and private buyers the most room to manoeuvre. Fewer headline lots chasing the same hands means estimates stay sensible, and a patient bidder occasionally walks away with something well bought.
Work the live catalogue on BidSpirit lot by lot rather than waiting for a single star piece. Fine art and antiques sales reward condition reading: check framing and relining on pictures, look for restoration and marriages on furniture, and read the descriptions closely for the qualifying language auctioneers use. The full run of lots, with images and estimates, sits on the Auction Eagle listing for the Kings Russell sale.
Who is this auction for?
A general fine art and antiques sale suits a wide bench. Trade dealers come for stock at the right margin. Interior designers and private buyers hunting decorative pieces — a picture for a wall, a side table, a bit of brown furniture that’s currently keenly priced — will find a general catalogue more forgiving than a tightly specialist one. First-time bidders should start here too: lower-value lots let you learn the rhythm of online bidding without betting the house.
On the investment side, be clear-eyed. The strength of a general sale is value, not guaranteed appreciation. Buy because you like the object and the price is fair, focus on condition and any provenance the catalogue offers, and treat resale upside as a bonus rather than the plan.
When and where is the Kings Russell auction?
The sale is run by Kings Russell Auctioneers from Kent House, Rutland Gardens, Knightsbridge, London SW7 1BX. It takes place on Monday 29 June 2026, starting at 11:00am BST, and the format is online only — there is no in-room bidding to attend.
- Auction house: Kings Russell Auctioneers
- Sale: General sale, fine art and antiques
- Location: Kent House, Rutland Gardens, Knightsbridge, London SW7 1BX
- Date and time: Monday 29 June 2026, 11:00am BST
- Format: Online only
How do I bid at Kings Russell?
Bidding runs through the auctioneer’s platform. Register in advance on the BidSpirit live catalogue: set up an account, get approved to bid, then either follow the lots in real time on the day or leave absentee (commission) bids ahead of the 11am start. Factor the buyer’s premium and any VAT on top of the hammer price, and check the saleroom’s terms for postage and collection from the Knightsbridge address before you commit.
A practical tip: note the lot numbers you want and roughly when they will come up. An 11am start with a long catalogue can move quickly or crawl depending on the room, so keep the live feed open if a particular lot matters.
Worth a look this summer
A general fine art and antiques sale in the heart of Knightsbridge, open to anyone with an internet connection, is a low-friction way to spend a Monday morning whether you’re stocking a shop, decorating a room or just enjoying the chase. Follow Kings Russell Auctioneers on Auction Eagle to catch their next catalogue, and browse the full Kings Russell listing while you plan your summer bidding.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Kings Russell fine art and antiques auction?
It takes place on Monday 29 June 2026 at 11:00am BST, run online by Kings Russell Auctioneers.
Where is Kings Russell Auctioneers based?
At Kent House, Rutland Gardens, Knightsbridge, London SW7 1BX. The sale is online only, so you bid remotely rather than in person.
How do I bid at the Kings Russell auction?
Register on the BidSpirit live catalogue, get approved, then bid live on the day or leave absentee (commission) bids before the 11am start.
What's in the catalogue?
A general sale of fine art and antiques: a mixed-vendor catalogue spanning pictures, furniture and decorative objects. Every lot and estimate is on BidSpirit.
Is there a buyer's premium?
Yes. A buyer's premium, and possibly VAT, is added to the hammer price. Check the auctioneer's terms on BidSpirit for the exact rate before bidding.
Can I bid online or do I need to attend in person?
This is an online-only sale. All bidding is remote — bid live or leave commission bids through the BidSpirit platform; there is no in-room attendance.
