What's Selling At Around the Block

September 2025

September has been a busy month in the showroom, and our sales data reveal some clear favourites among our loyal clientele.If you’re considering consigning at Around the Block, this monthly update highlights what’s moving quickly and offers tips on what shoppers are eager to find. If you’re shopping for something special, here’s your peek at what Toronto buyers and collectors are gravitating toward right now.

This Month's Top 3 Product Categories

Tableware

Tea and coffee services, formal china, and serveware were especially popular as the entertaining season begins.

Tableware led sales as Torontonians prepare for seasonal gatherings. Complete sets, especially from heritage makers like Meissen, are selling briskly.

Furniture

Seating & Case Goods – Sofas, chairs, and display cabinets found new homes as Torontonians refresh their spaces for fall.

Furniture moved quickly in September, particularly seating and display pieces, showing demand for functional yet stylish updates at home.

Art

Painting – Canadian artworks remained steady favourites, especially portraits and original works.

Art continued to perform well this month, with Canadian works in steady demand from both collectors and decorators.

This Month’s Showstoppers

A few treasures this September carried not only beauty but also remarkable cultural and historical significance:

MEISSEN Swan Service, Indian Flower Branch, 33 Pieces

First created in the 1730s for Saxon nobility, the Swan Service is one of the most famous porcelain services in European history. Collectors value it not only for its artistry but also for its connection to Meissen, Europe’s first porcelain manufactory.

BIRKS Sterling Tea Service, 3 Pieces

Known as the “Tiffany’s of Canada,” Birks has been crafting sterling since 1879. Tea services like this once symbolized refinement and social standing. Today, they remain highly desirable, especially among those who appreciate Canadian heritage brands.

Marion Long (Canadian, 1882–1970) Portrait Painting

A trailblazer in Canadian art, Marion Long was one of the first women admitted to the Ontario Society of Artists. Her works often capture Toronto life in the early 20th century, making them historically significant as well as beautiful.

Final Thoughts

September has shown us that buyers in Toronto are seeking a balance of heritage and practicality. From fine tableware to statement furniture and collectible Canadian art, pieces that carry history while adding function are moving quickly. For consignors, the message is clear: if you have items of quality and character, they are likely to find eager new homes. For buyers, the best advice is not to hesitate — unique treasures rarely linger long at Around the Block.

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