Antiques Roadshow

Fiona Bruce presents the programme from Powis Castle, where a varied collection of curiosities is on display. Among the notable items are a Scottish landscape bought for £20, the ring fashioned from a swan's feather, and the small ventriloquist's dummy.

The series ‘Powis Castle and Garden, Welshpool 3’ is an episode presented by Fiona Bruce. Filmed on location at the historic Powis Castle, the programme takes viewers inside the estate’s collection, showcasing a range of unusual objects that form the heart of the episode’s content. It forms part of a series that explores the castle’s gardens and interior spaces. Among the items highlighted is a landscape painting of Scotland that was acquired for just twenty pounds. The modest price contrasts with the artwork’s charm, and the segment explains how this inexpensive purchase now forms part of the castle’s eclectic assemblage. The painting captures the rolling hills and lochs typical of the Scottish countryside. The episode also features a delicate ring fashioned from a swan’s feather, illustrating the craftsmanship involved in turning a single plume into jewellery. In addition, a ventriloquist’s dummy makes an appearance, offering a glimpse into the more whimsical side of the collection. The dummy, with its painted features, reflects a bygone era of performance art. By moving through Powis Castle’s rooms, Fiona Bruce introduces each piece in turn, allowing the audience to appreciate the variety of objects on display. The programme’s focus on these three curiosities – the Scottish scene, the feather‑ring and the dummy – provides a concise look at the castle’s distinctive holdings. Throughout, the setting of Powis Castle provides a fitting backdrop for these eclectic items.