Downton Abbey "The Auction" VIP Private View at Bonhams New Bond Street Mayfair.

by Hannibal Reitano

Downton Abbey: The Auction, a sale of iconic props and costumes from the series. 

Among the iconic items on display is The Grantham Family Car, a striking 1925 Sunbeam 20/60hp

Saloon, used throughout the series from Season 2 to 5 and appearing in all three films.

The period drama was filmed primarily at Highclere Castle in Hampshire, the seat of Lord George Herbert, 8th Earl of Carnarvon, and his wife, Lady Fiona Carnarvon.

With the third and final Downton Abbey film due to hit the big screen in September, fans have a chance to grab a piece of Downton history.

Props, costumes and set pieces from across the series are being auctioned for charity.



Bonhams New Bond Street Mayfair








The Bell Wall




Lord George Herbet, 8th Earl Carnarvon.The Current Resident and Owner od Highclere Castle










1925 Sunbeam Saloon 20/60 hp


Lady Mary's wedding dress.









Lord George Herbet, 8th Earl of Carnarvon and Hannibal Reitano


Photos by Hannibal Reitano

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Pauline Karpias The London Collection Sale VIP Preview View at Sotheby's Mayfair.

by Hannibal Reitano

The sale of Pauline Karpidas' visionary world, featuring her legendary patron and aesthete, as well as her personal collection of masterpieces of Surrealist art and furniture design that adorned her one-of-a-kind residence in London.


Sotheby's New Bond Street, Mayfair






















Andy Worhal The Scream (After Munch)

Francis Picabia's untitled Espagnole



Photos by Hannibal Reitano

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