Parnell resident Tom Bowden is donating 25% of proceeds of Lots 100 - 107 of colonial art to two heritage related causes. Pictures to be auctioned include works by John Gully, John Barr Clarke Hoyte, Maud Burge and Sydney Lough Thompson.

PARNELL HERITAGE Parnell Heritage was established in 2005 to foster and stimulate interest in the importance of history and heritage of Parnell, New Zealand’s oldest suburb. Members are invited to attend events throughout the year, and receive a quarterly newsletter. The funds received will be used to upgrade and service. The Parnell Heritage website, and to purchase up-to date equipment required to give polished and efficient presentations.

HERITAGE ROSES AUCKLAND Heritage Roses Auckland looks after public plantings of old-fashioned roses and companion plants at the Nancy Steen Garden, St Stephen’s Graveyard, Highwic and the Symonds Street Cemetery. Funds received will be used to continue the regular maintenance programme and purchase some of the plants and supplies needed throughout the year.

Tom Bowden Collection, Auckland International Art Centre, Collectable Art, Auckland, 24/02/2021, Lot No. 103