1. Woven wonder
Estimate £12,000–£18,000 Sold £63,300
There's something about antique textiles that's irresistible – their hand-crafted nature, motifs, designs and raw materials make for a heady blend. Beguiled, dealer Peta Smyth devoted nearly half a century to buying and selling top-quality examples to collectors and interior designers from her Pimlico shop. But, a few months ago she retired, consigning the last of her stock and some pieces from her personal collection to Bonhams. The 181 lots included curtain pelmets,