St. Matthew’s online Treasures Auction
November 9 to 19
By Margret Brady Nankivell
St. Matthew’s Anglican Church in the Glebe will hold its wonderfully eclectic online Treasures Auction again this year. The auction site will open for bidding on Thursday, November 9 and close on Sunday, November 19. The catalogue can be previewed as of Monday, November 2.
The church is delighted that their major auction sponsors have renewed their support: Amica the Glebe, Capital Home Hardware in the Glebe, Davidson’s Jewellers and McKeen Metro Glebe.
Ottawa artist Donna Lynd has contributed two paintings, one of which will be used for posters and the website. The catalogue will include works by Jill Alexander, Colette Samson, Mitch Kierstadt, Jennifer Prevost, Denise Soper, First Nations artist Clemence Wescoupe, Canadian war artist Robert Hyndman and many others.
The auction will feature several fine carpets from Middle Eastern and Mediterranean countries and exotic carvings from many other lands. It also includes unusual antiques, clocks, collectible books and pieces by significant potters such as Harlan House and Martha Sturdy.
Look for fashion items such as designer purses and valuable jewellery – there are many beautiful pearls. Some rare antique silver, crystal, art glass, fine furniture and even an apartment-sized organ will be on offer. And for collectors, check out the rather neat die-cast model cars.
Like last year, the catalogue includes certificates for accommodation at resorts in Antigua, Bermuda and Panama.
St. Matthew’s is known for its hospitality. Baked goods, meals and jams and jellies will be hot-ticket items.
A percentage of this year’s proceeds will support the restoration of St. Matthew’s stunning stained-glass windows and outreach projects.
Margret Brady Nankivell is a long-time St. Matthew’s parishioner and organizer of the online Treasures Auction.
St. Matthew’s Online Treasures Auction opens on Thursday, Nov. 9 and closes on Saturday, Nov. 19, at 4 pm. Registration will open on Friday, Oct. 13 and can be accessed through the church website (www.stmatthewsottawa.ca) or auctria.events/StMatthewOnlineAuction2023
