Wednesday 19 March 2014

Othery auction of goods and promises 21st March 2014 - Somerset Flood Fund

The only problem with posting photos of some of the lots is that I'm now looking around my living room wondering how many paintings and prints I can put on my walls!

So, I will be tweeting and updating my blog with photos live from auction HQ on the day, but these are the ones I have managed to get my hands on so far.

Sorry guys, they aren't in order as I'm trying to get this done and out there for people to see - I will try my best to re-order it tomorrow for you, but I also have to drive to Somerset after work and a night out!  Yep, poor planning on my behalf!

If you want to bid go to this link to find out more >>>>>> here

Lots 31, 48, 65, 107, 113, 142 & 160
From the Somerfield sign in Wells High Street as seen in the film Hot Fuzz 
signed by Edgar Wright, Simon Pegg and Nick Frost. 
Donated by Wells Journal  

Lot No 9. Swarovski Cat. Height 1” – no original packaging
Donated by Lynne Newton.

Lot No 16. A3 Colour Print. Early Morning Mists” (a view from Deer Leap).  
 www.bobsmallphotography.co.uk. Donated by Bob Small.

Lot No 23. Original Painting. Mixed media abstract on canvas 
by artist Jacki Wright, Bath www.jackie-wright.artistwebsites.com
Donated by Lesley Madden.

Lot No 39. A3 mounted picture. “Brown Hare in Morning Mist”. 
Donated by Andy Fisher.

Lot No 44. Framed Print. Recent photograph taken 
by young, talented local photographer of Bramble Thorner taken by Ollie Thorner. 
Donated by Ollie Thorner.

Lot No 61. A leather handbag. Black leather handbag with detachable shoulder straps called Tradeshow rrp £89.99. Donated by Clarks.

Lot No 63. A limited edition Print. “Stable Mates Timpaddy, and Coral with Tiberius the Sheep”.
A framed limited edition print (461/850) signed by Michael Cooper.www.michaelcooper.co.uk. Donated by Michael Cooper.

Lot No 68. Club Team Picture. Photograph of Liverpool Football Team (not actual signatures) framed by the Armoury Gallery, St Mary Street, Bridgwater. 
Donated by Liverpool Football Club.

Lot No 75. Tapestry. Beautiful and original tapestry/wall hanging, originating from Islamabad, Pakistan. Donated by Lynne Newton.

Lot No 89. Picture. “Flooded Levels 2014” (www.buddart.com). 
Donated by Mike Budd of Budd Art

Lot No 102. Oil Painting. An unframed 30”x40” oil painting on canvas – “Sunny Day at the Beach”. Donated by Keith Groves

Lot No 103.  A leather handbag. Large mushroom combi suede leather bag with 
detachable shoulder straps Temple Beam Rrp £79.99. 
Donated by Clarks

Lots No 128 to 132. Hand-made Soaps. With soap infused sponges in assorted fragrances. www.splishsplash.info. Donated by Roland & Sue Parker

Lot No 135. Original Picture. “A Murmuration of Starlings” – This is the original winning picture, as framed and presented in the London gallery where it was exhibited during and after the judging of the “Our Lives” photographic competition organised by Currys/Daily Telegraph. It still has the original competition identity label attached to the back of the picture.  Some people have doubted the authenticity of the picture, but this was verified by Ilford, who also took part in the judging process. The competition was judged by a panel of judges, including David Bailey, who presented the awards.  The copy of the certificate also has a signature by David Bailey on the reverse, which he signed personally. The picture was taken at Heath, Somerset in 2007. It achieved much recognition over the next few months, including Saturday exposure in most of the National newspapers and also BBC Breakfast television. 
Donated by Lynne Newton

Lot No 137. Abstract Oil on paper. “In Between 4 of 5” is an abstract painting on paper 
by local artist Penny Elfick £RRP £150. 
Donated by Pennie Elfick

Lot No 141. 16”x12” print. “Summer Sunrise, Glastonbury Tor, Somerset”.
Printed on Crystal Archive Paper (guaranteed for 99 years). 
Mounted, full size including mount is 20”x16” 
Donated by Lynne Newton

Lot No 147.  Oil Painting. An unframed 30”x40” oil painting on canvas – “Misty Morning”. 
Donated by Keith Groves

Lot No 151.  David Shepherd Print A limited edition (1173/1500) signed framed print 
“The Hot Springs of Yellowstone” (Bison). 
Donated by Andy Fisher

Lot No 152. A4 Mounted Print. “Hare Soaked in Morning Dew” 
by wildlife photographer Andy Fisher. 
Donated by Andy Fisher

Lot No 5a. Stadium Picture. Framed Bristol Rovers photograph. Donated by Armoury Gallery.


Latest photos (taken in a rush but you get the idea!)



Comes with a signed copy of the Fry Chronicles (still in the post)


Sorry its sideways - its taken ages to upload!



That's it for now folks, but I will try to update where I can.

Happy Bidding

Othery auction Friday 21st March 2014 - For Somerset Flood Fund

Wow, wow, wow what a week it has been.  Pat and Scilla have been typing like mad people, Anthony has been buying lots of alcohol and polishing up his auction skills, Zena has been polishing her raffle bowl and the rest of us have been madly trying to remember what we have been promised.  

Poor Pat and Scilla, every time they think the list is finished up we pop with something else.  A huge thank you to everyone that has jumped in with suggestions or contacted people.  You are all amazing and I have lost count how many items are actually in the auction now.

You can proxy bid by email up to midnight tomorrow to otheryvillagehall@hotmail.co.uk to arrive no Please state Name, address, Phone number lot number,brief description, maximum bid.

There are new items being added all the time.  Check out the original list here, but these items are fresh off the press tonight and should be added tomorrow:


Photos of some of the lots >>>>> here
  •  Lot 21a Signed Celebrity Photographs  Sarah Parish  donated by Sarah Parish 
  •  Lot 21b Signed Celebrity Photographs  Everton Player no 26 John Stones donated by John Stones
  • Lot 25 Family Ticket Westonzoyland Pumping Station Museum  Family Ticket (2+4) to any steaming event in 2014 at Westonzoyland Pumping Station Museum, the museums feature DVD and an A5 full colour guide book. www.wzlet.org donated by Westonzoyland Pumping station
  • Lot 49a 4 Bed town house in Majorca A week in November, December, January or February (not Christmas or New year or prebooked weeks) for 8 people in Pollensa near the famous Calvari steps 4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms,terrace BBQ see http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p884906#calendar normal low season price £495
  • Lot 50a English Breakfast English breakfast with tea or coffee for 4 people at CafĂ© Culture, High Street, Taunton donated by Katie Tucker
  • Lot 54 has changed to Curry Masterclass By Chef Manveena at your own home for 3 hours (normal price is £300. She will come and cook for you and your guests u pto 5 people a three course meal. (Ingredients provided by the customer) donated by Chandeep and Manveena of the Somerset Curry club 
  • Lot 55a Damp proofing Course A damp proof course with 30 year guarantee for up to 30 metres which normally costs £600 no restrictions as to when  but ideally in a flooded are of the Somerset Levels donated by Andy Dare of Woodcote Preservation Ltd 
  • Lot No 104. Voucher for 4 People. A 2-night stay in our friends and family suite (double room, twin room and family Bathroom with spar bath and includes breakfast and afternoon tea plus an evening meal at The Rose and Crown, East Lambrook.  Dog friendly.  www.thewheelhousebandb.co.uk. Donated by The Wheel House. Gawbridge Mill, Kingsbury Episcopi
  • Lot 112 Garage Voucher voucher for an interim (minor) service at our garage. This is up to the value of £80 and can also be used in lieu of payment for labour for any other service we provide.From Goodard and Family Garage Services donated by Ben Goodard
  • Lot 114a Mosaic Picture Hare today gone tomorrow 12" x * " An original mosaic artwork donated by Pam Wells
  • Lot 154a Oil On Canvas Summer Barn a tyoical west country scene of late summer field just before harvest time donated by Jenny Graham
  • Lot 159 Photo Session A half hour photo session on location within 12 miles of Street until 30.08.2014 Plus Laura Zaky's book from The Outside In a visual journey of Glastonbury festival with 600 pictures www.laurazaky.com
Good luck and watch out for my next post showcasing some of the auction lot photos.