Ever wanted to know what some of the items in old palaces and museums are worth? Go to Sotheby’s and watch an auction on Furniture, Clocks, Silver, Ceramics and Decorative Arts. Some of the items are not as expensive as you think and might as well look good in your own home. :)

I personally just love this 18th century Dutch bureau from Amsterdam, sold for £5,000.

18th century bureau

18th century bureau

As well as this 19th century Dutch library bookcase, sold for £4,000:

19th century bookcase

19th century bookcase

pictures: sothebys.com