ANTIQUES FAIR

The Chelsea Antique Fair, held twice a year at Chelsea Town Hall, showcases antiques from across Britain. Items must predate 1830, except for jewelry and carpets. Highlights include a George II sugar sifter, a space-themed orrery, and a lacquer clock from 1780. The fair also features unique exhibitions like French fashion dolls and a recovered 16th-century vase. Additionally, it hosts the first European postman's walk in Britain.

What is the age requirement for most items sold at the Chelsea Antique Fair?

• They must predate 1900.

• They must predate 1830.

• They must be at least 100 years old.

• They must be from the 20th century.

Which item is valued at approximately £4,000?

• A Florentine hourglass

• An orrery with a space age theme

• A longcase lacquer clock

• A George II sugar sifter

What is unique about the longcase lacquer clock mentioned in the video?

• It is the oldest clock in the fair.

• It was found in a shipwreck.

• It is made entirely of gold.

• It has moving pictures of King George III and Queen Charlotte.

What type of unique timepiece is mentioned in the video?

• A Florentine hourglass

• A Swiss pocket watch

• A German cuckoo clock

• A French sundial

What happened to the 16th-century presentation vase?

• It was donated to a museum.

• It was stolen but recovered within hours.

• It was damaged during the fair.

• It was sold for a record price.