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Auction Results | Dame Stephanie Shirley CH: A Legacy shaped by Technology, Philanthropy and Art | Tuesday 10 March 2026

Auction Results | Dame Stephanie Shirley CH: A Legacy shaped by Technology, Philanthropy and Art | Tuesday 10 March 2026

Auction Results | Dame Stephanie Shirley CH: A Legacy shaped by Technology, Philanthropy and Art | Tuesday 10 March 2026

A White Glove Moment and a Fitting Tribute⁠

On Tuesday 10 March, Dreweatts had the honour of offering at auction the personal collection of Dame Stephanie “Steve” Shirley CH (1933-2025) which was being sold to benefit Autistica, the UK’s leading autism research and campaigning charity, founded by her in 2004.⁠

The auction, Dame Stephanie Shirley CH: A Legacy shaped by Technology, Philanthropy and Art, achieved a 100% sell through rate realising £1,127,000 in total.⁠

Commenting on the results, Head of the House Sales and Private Collections Department Joe Robinson said "Dame Stephanie's collection was defined by a clarity of taste and the confidence to live with exceptional works. Every piece reflected her belief in the therapeutic value of art and how it integrates into daily life. The remarkable result is a fitting tribute to an extraordinary woman whose vision and generosity enriched the lives of so many."⁠

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Lot 14: Pablo Picasso (Spanish 1881-1973), 'Pichet Espagnole (Alain Ramie 244)' Painted and partially glazed white earthenware pitcher | Sold for £20,320
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Lot 18: Kim Lim (Singaporean/British 1936-1997), 'Padma III', Portland stone | Sold for £48,080
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Lot 32: Ivon Hitchens (British 1893-1979) ‘Dark and Light Poppies’, Oil on canvas | Sold for £138,800
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Lot 42: Nick Allen (British, B.1952-) A companion desk and meeting table, 2007 | Sold for £8,890
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Lot 48: Dame Lucie Rie (Austrian/British 1902-1995), Tall Bottle Vase | Sold for £39,260
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Lot 53: Holly Hunt (Studio) 'Sumo' Sofa and Lounge Chair | Sold for £15,875
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Lot 66: Dame Elisabeth Frink (British 1930-1993) ‘Helmeted Man with Goggles’ Bronze | Sold for £55,640
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Lot 85: Henry Moore (British 1898-1986), 'Maquette for Carving: Points', Bronze | Sold for £40,520
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Lot 86: Dame Barbara Hepworth (British 1903-1975), 'Small Form (Trink)', Grey stone | Sold for £138,800
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Lot 101: Lynn Chadwick (British 1914-2003) ‘Dance X’, Bronze with black patina | Sold for £151,400
Modern & Contemporary Art to include ‘A World Observed: The Art of Julian Trevelyan’ Image

Modern & Contemporary Art to include ‘A World Observed: The Art of Julian Trevelyan’

11th March 2026, 10:30
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