Chorley's January auction of Fine Art & Antiques includes the second auction of The Christopher Saunders Cricket Collection. A rare opportunity to purchase items from such a comprehensive collection, the auction includes not only items from Chris' personal collection of early books on and mentioning Cricket, but also distinguished items from cricketing collectors such as John Arlott, Irving Rosenwater, Gordon Ross and the infamous A. E. Winder.
Viewing times
Sunday 25 January 2026 | 10am - 4pm
Monday 26 January 2026 | 9am - 4pm
Buyer's Notes
Postage & Packing
Chorley's offer a discretionary packing service within the UK for small non-breakable items - contact us to check if this is available for your lot and we will then let you know the charge. This service is offered at the client's risk and we will require a written disclaimer beforehand. There are certain items we do not pack or ship, including but not limited to ceramics, glass, paintings or framed and glazed artwork, arms or weaponry.
Packing charges start at £15 per package plus postage by Royal Mail Special Delivery (packing charges are subject to VAT).
Collection & Storage
Lots uncollected after Friday 6th February 2026 will be moved to storage at a cost of £10 and will incur storage charges thereafter at a rate of £2 per lot per day (all charges subject to VAT).
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Lot 397
A walnut and figured walnut Wellington chest by Holland & Sons
Lot 423
A pair of late George III beech and cane work open armchairs
Lot 436
A pair of George III style mahogany and marquetry inlaid display cabinets
Lot 437
A set of six 19th Century mahogany dining chairs of Klismos style
Auction: Fine Art & Antiques | The Cricket Auction II
Chorley's January auction of Fine Art & Antiques includes the second auction of The Christopher Saunders Cricket Collection. A rare opportunity to purchase items from such a comprehensive collection, the auction includes not only items from Chris' personal collection of early books on and mentioning Cricket, but also distinguished items from cricketing collectors such as John Arlott, Irving Rosenwater, Gordon Ross and the infamous A. E. Winder.
Viewing
Sunday 25 January 2026 | 10am - 4pm
Monday 26 January 2026 | 9am - 4pm