Now Accepting Consignments

Unlock the True Value of Your Treasures

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YOU CAN ONLY SELL IT ONCE!

Get What It’s Worth

What is consignment? "Consignment" refers to the process where you entrust your items to the gallery to be sold at auction. By doing so, you leverage our expertise and audience to potentially receive higher sale prices than selling on your own.

What kinds of items can I consign? You can consign items that are rare, unique, or have historical significance. For example, fine art, antiques, jewelry, watches, rare manuscripts, Asian art, ethnographic and tribal art, modern and contemporary design, maritime and nautical items.

Consignment to Auction

A Step By Step Guide

A man and woman are sitting at a table in an antique shop. The man is examining a decorative plate, while the woman is seated across from him. The table is covered with a green cloth and has other items like a framed painting and a small chest. The shop is filled with various wooden chairs and ceramics.

Auction Valuation

The consignment process starts with our valuation professionals giving you an estimated auction value.

  1. Virtual: Share photos using our online form.

  2. In person: Bring your treasures to the Gallery on Free Appraisal Day (most Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. to noon and 1:30 to 4:00 p.m.

  3. On location: Request a house call. If your estate qualifies, we’ll come to you - no charge!

Receive an auction estimate based on recent sales. Discuss the suitability for auction. We'll answer your questions and review the consignment agreement.

“I got a quick reply to my request. I’d recommend them highly to anyone seeking an honest assessment.”

— ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ C.D.

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Preparation

Once the agreement is signed, we coordinate delivery or shipment and get to work to maximize your profit.

We use appraisers, researchers, our extensive library, expert contacts, and resources to craft accurate and engaging descriptions.

Your item will be professionally photographed in our studio to highlight key details for prospective buyers.

Then, we place your item in the auction that we believe will provide the best sales potential.

“I cannot say enough about the professional and friendly staff. Its very refreshing to deal with people that actually care !”

— ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ N.M.

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Promotion

Our direct marketing efforts reach a vast network of potential bidders. We also utilize print advertising, placing ads in prominent national and international publications and distributing high-quality, colorful print materials to garner interest.

Our digital auction listings are prominently featured on major online platforms. Additionally, we issue press releases to major trade press and newspapers to boost awareness and generate excitement.

“The results far exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend them for their professionalism and expertise.”

— ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ B.G.

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Live Auction

Auction day! Bidders participate in the auction by bidding directly from the Gallery floor, placing absentee bids, or participating live via telephone, on our free app, or from our website bidding platform.

Kaja enriches each auction by providing detailed insights about each item. This adds excitement and draws in more spectators and bidders.

Our auctions attract thousands of participants from all over the world. Attendance is open to the public.

“They made the entire consignment process simple. The staff is top-notch!”

— ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ L.W.

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Post Auction

We update auction results on our website within 24 hours after the live auction concludes.

We send you a report detailing the items sold within two weeks of the auction, and issue a check for your proceeds, minus commissions and pre-agreed expenses.

If your item doesn’t sell, you have the choice to either reclaim it or permit us to keep it for a future auction.

“You will not find anyone more knowledgeable & professional then Kaja.”

— ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ J.M.

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Gallery Preview

We host previews in our Gallery about a week before each feature auction, transforming it into a museum like showcase filled with antique and fine art treasures.

During the preview, all items up for auction are available for examination by potential buyers. Each is strategically displayed to enhance its appeal.

For people who can’t visit, we offer telephone and email support. We answer questions and give detailed information about items of interest.

“The Thomaston Place staff is always friendly and helpful. A delight to do business with.”

— ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ T.N.