History
Founded in 1991 with a mysterious fax reading “The deed is done,” Wyles Hardy & Co. has grown into a leading name in the valuation and auction industry, renowned for handling prestigious cases from luxury supercars to high-profile asset sales with professionalism and integrity.
2007
Douris UK Limited
Wyles Hardy managed the sale of rare film assets from the Buster Keaton collection, including original film reels and memorabilia. This unique sale underscored our capability to manage historic and entertainment-related assets.
Acting as agent to the Joint Administrators of Douris UK Limited, Wyles Hardy & Co assisted in the remarkable sale of rare film assets. They held the world’s largest collection of silent films and a collection that included original film reels, vintage posters, and historic memorabilia related to the silent film legend Buster Keaton. Known for our expertise in specialised asset valuation and disposal, Wyles Hardy handled this unique project with precision, drawing interest from film historians, collectors, and institutions worldwide. The sale not only involved the careful appraisal and cataloguing of irreplaceable artifacts but also required tailored marketing strategies to reach enthusiasts and professionals in the entertainment and historical preservation sectors. This landmark event underscored Wyles Hardy’s capability to manage high-profile sales involving cultural and entertainment-related assets.
The sale of the Buster Keaton collection showcased Wyles Hardy & Co’s versatility in handling diverse asset types, extending our reach into the entertainment and historic memorabilia markets. Our approach to this project highlighted our ability to balance asset recovery with preservation, ensuring these valuable pieces of film history could be acquired by collectors and institutions that appreciated their significance. Wyles Hardy’s success in coordinating this complex sale of rare film assets reinforced our standing as leaders in specialised sale services, capable of navigating the challenges associated with valuable and culturally important collections.
