The second episode of the Antiques Roadshow, which was filmed at Colchester's Firstsite will be aired this coming Sunday on BBC One.
The second Antiques Roadshow episode at Firstsite, sees more antiques discoveries, heirloom histories and treasure hunting amongst the galleries and grounds of Firstsite.
Filmed over the summer, the event at Firstsite drew over 2,000 people to Colchester, all eager to join in have their antiques appraised.
Many more interesting pieces were assessed by experts, including a wedding dress and a fully restored poster by celebrated war illustrator Helen McKie (1889-1957).
There’s also a medal collection belonging to a brave airman, and a silver trophy collection revealing the early history of aviation, including the first airmail service.
Intricate and intriguing items include a colourful figurine from the “roaring twenties”, an instruction book on the ancient art of paper folding, and a superb example of a singing bird automaton.
The fascinating history of the objects and the people that collect them are investigated, including an obsessive collector of Wedgwood “Fairyland Lustre” ceramics, and a copper dish twice rescued from a skip.
Fiona Bruce also takes the opportunity to look at the bloody and brutal history of the Romans with local museum curator Glynn Davis.
Firstsite Director Sally Shaw MBE said: “We can’t wait for this second opportunity to relive what was a fantastic day with Fiona Bruce and the Antiques Roadshow team and share this with the nation!
“Since the first episode aired, it’s been such a pleasure to welcome so many new visitors who, after seeing us on the show, have made a special trip to discover the treasures and sights that Firstsite and Colchester have to offer.
“We’re excited to meet even more Antiques Roadshow fans over the winter who visit us to enjoy our diverse exhibitions, creative events and activities.
"As always, visitors can explore all our exhibitions for free, including the breath-taking Leonora Carrington: Avatars and Alliances and a special exhibition by previous Firstsite Collectors’ Group bursary award winner, Halla Groves-Raines.
"Plus, with inspiring workshops, craft fairs, cinema screenings, dazzling Christmas parties, and live events like Sirena Hart’s RuPaul’s Drag Race viewing party—there really is something for everyone. "
The episode can also be viewed on BBC iPlayer.
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