'Armed with just €100 you can nab a bargain': Inside story of Irish antiques auctions

There's spectacular value to be had at the moment in antique furniture at auction in Ireland, writes Des O'Sullivan

This Victorian lowboy made €140 at Woodward's in April.

Beautiful, green, sustainable and unwanted good antique furniture continues to offer spectacular value to consumers. Armed with just €100 you can pick something up at many sales. The choice widens considerably with €300, €500 or €1,000.

Disinclined to believe me? There are many examples from auctions in the first half of the year in Ireland.