The Art of Craft with Bonhams

The Art of Craft at Bonhams, Knightsbridge
Montpelier St, London SW7 1HH

13 May - 22 May

Bonhams proudly presents its annual The Art of Craft auction, a distinguished celebration of the finest in contemporary craftsmanship, featuring a special partnership with London Glassblowing. 

This highly anticipated event showcases a meticulously curated selection of exceptional works from today's most innovative makers, highlighting the evolution of artistry across multiple disciplines, including glass, ceramics, and silversmithing. Bringing together groundbreaking techniques and timeless traditions, the auction offers collectors and enthusiasts a rare opportunity to acquire outstanding pieces that define the future of craft. 

Nina Casson McGarva, Yellow Lamellae

Featured in the auction are works from legendary artisans such as Peter Layton and Chris Knight, whose contributions have shaped the landscape of modern craft, alongside selections from esteemed private collections. The exhibition also includes several pieces by David Reekie, two Dale Chihuly pieces, a large William Morris, and Mary Anne Toots Zynsky as well as 30 works of art from London Glassblowing's artists.

London Glassblowing's exhibitor list at Bonhams

Anthony Scala • Bruce Marks • Cathryn Shilling • David Reekie • Deborah Timperley • Elliot Walker • Enemark & Thompson • Hanne Enemark • James Devereux • Layne Rowe • Liam Reeves • Louis Thompson • Louis Thompson & Sophie Thomas • Monette Larsen • Nina Casson McGarva • Peter Layton • Sarah Wiberley • Sila Yücel • Tim Rawlinson • Vezzini & Chen

The Art of Craft with Bonhams at London Glassblowing
16 May - 1 June

62-66 Bermondsey Street, London SE1 3UD

London Glassblowing presents a companion exhibition to Bonhams' auction. This exclusive first-time partnership brings exceptional glass artistry to our Bermondsey Street gallery.

Visitors will experience outstanding works from celebrated contemporary glass artists, including London Glassblowing founder Peter Layton, alongside pieces from James Devereux, Vezzini & Chen and other talented studio artists.

We invite collectors and enthusiasts to discover these extraordinary works in our intimate gallery setting while experiencing the technical virtuosity that defines contemporary glass art at its finest.