AS expected, a George III inlaid, mahogany, rectangular secretaire bookcase in excellent condition made the day's best price of £7,100 at James Adam's auction last week. A fine pair of 18th century stone lions reclining on shaped bases went for £4,500, while a Royal Worcester porcelain urn with hand painted landscapes fetched £4,200.

Other good prices were: £3,800 for a George IV mahogany, elliptical double drop leaf hunting table (estimate £1,000-£1,500); £3,400 for a set of eight Sheraton style inlaid mahogany dining chairs (£2,500-£3,000); £3,300 for a George IV mahogany rectangular economy dining table; £3,050 for a Spanish 18th century elm rectangular vestment chest or coffer; and £3,000 for a George III walnut rectangular slopefront bureau.