ROYAL AUCTION

The video covers an auction at Christie's in London, featuring items from Queen Mary's collection. It highlights the sentimental and intrinsic value of the items, the brisk bidding process, and specific items like a Louis XV chair and cloisonné vases. The auction is portrayed as both a historical and commercial event.

Who was the original owner of the items being auctioned at Christie's?

• Queen Elizabeth

• Queen Anne

• Queen Mary

• Queen Victoria

What type of item was the Louis XV piece that was auctioned?

• A table

• A painting

• A chair

• A vase

What was the final bid for the Louis XV chair?

• 260 guineas

• 180 guineas

• 220 guineas

• 200 guineas

What was the starting bid for the elephantine cloisonné vases?

• 500 guineas

• 600 guineas

• 700 guineas

• 800 guineas

Who was the successful bidder for the cloisonné vases?

• Sparks

• Markeson

• Sumner

• Christie