MCC Meets Auctioneers | John Axford Part 1

Introducing MCC Meets Auctioneers, in the first episode of the series - John Axford, Chairman of Woolley & Wallis salerooms in Salisbury welcomes William Qian into his living room for a fascinating conversation about his journey into the art world and the development of the Asian Art department at Woolley & Wallis.

They reminisce about remarkable objects sold in the past, including the Alexander Vase, the Bainsbridge Vase, and a pair of cloisonné enamel crane censers from Fonthill House, which were sold by Christie’s Hong Kong.

John also gives us a sneak preview of his forthcoming fine asian art sale on 10th November 2026, featuring some exceptional highlights, including a magnificent pair of Chinese imperial famille rose ‘boys at play’ jars and covers.