James Bond, an RAF hero and equine legend memorabilia linked at local auction!

It was a battle of Britain hero - Tim Vigors who first introduced the tradition of horse breeding at Tullamaine. The decorated RAF pilot had something of a checkered wartime experience having been shot down and imprisoned in Burma, presumed dead, before returning the hero to his family home in Tullamaine.

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Tullamaine Castle features five main reception rooms, and a main hall with a dramatic staircase sweeping up.

One of the highlights of the auction is Lot 38, a grandfather clock by a Dutch maker Anthonij Van Oostrom of Amsterdam.

Described by Sean Eacrett as ‘very important’, the striking walnut and marquetry inlay longcase clock is by Anthonij van Oostrom of Amsterdam. The eighteenth century clock features a highly carved and fret arch top and dome top and is estimated to fetch €3-5000. Circa 1740 - 60 . H250 x D30 xW45cm approx.)  Lot 38. Estimate €4-6000