Dore and Rees

Established in Frome in 1868, Dore & Rees has a longstanding and cherished position in Somerset and the South West.  Having built up a loyal community following offering regular general auctions, 2021 marked a turning point in the saleroom’s evolution, welcoming a new team and an expansion of specialist sales.

Led by Mark Rees since 1984, the saleroom is now under the direction of Lee Young, known to many as a BBC Antiques Roadshow expert with a leading position in the field of Asian Art. Somerset-based Lee has had a prestigious career over three decades working for national and international auctioneers including Sotheby’s, Phillips, Freeman’s of Philadelphia, Lyon & Turnbull and most recently, Duke’s of Dorchester where he was Managing Director.

Dore & Rees now runs a number of specialist auctions, many from the Vicarage Street building. Its classic car and vehicles auctions are held in a number of locations.

The areas of specialisation include fine Asian art, jewellery and interiors.