Consigning with Us
Trusted by consignors around the world for over 42 years.
For more than forty years, we’ve helped individuals, executors, and trustees bring fine art, antiques, and cherished estate pieces to market with care and expertise.
Whether you’re consigning a single piece or a complete estate, we offer a streamlined, full-service process to minimize your effort and maximize results.
Our knowledgeable specialists and international clientele allow us to present your items to a worldwide audience, maximizing visibility and return.
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Contact Us
Contact Austin Auction with your estate or consignment needs. This can be done by emailing us at info@austinauction.com or by phone at 512-807-0393. You can also fill out the contact form here!
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Moving Forward
Once an agreement has been reached to sell your merchandise, Austin Auction can arrange to have your estate professionally packed and transported to our 25,000 sq ft auction facility.
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Cataloging & Research
Your items will be evaluated based on current and historic market conditions for similar items and a high and low estimate of value is assigned. Your items are then photographed and described for display in our online catalog available to buyers worldwide.
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Spreading the Word
A marketing plan will then be established which may include advertising in local, national, and when appropriate, international publications. We will also utilize our own extensive databases of proven auction buyers by direct mail, email, online marketing and will even make phone calls to specific collectors and dealers.
The Consignment Process
We are always seeking quality consignments. You may send photos and descriptions of your items through our consignment inquiry form (below) or by e-mail to info@austinauction.com. you may also make an appointment with one of our auction specialists here, by email or by calling us at 512-807-0393.
The Consignment Process
We are always seeking quality consignments. You may send photos and descriptions of your items through our consignment inquiry form (below) or by e-mail to info@austinauction.com. you may also make an appointment with one of our auction specialists here, by email or by calling us at 512-807-0393.
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Contact Us
Start by reaching out via our Consignment Inquiry Form, email, or phone. You can share photos and details of the items you wish to sell. Our specialists will review your submission and provide preliminary feedback—typically within a few business days.
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Moving Forward
Once your items are accepted, we’ll discuss logistics, paperwork, and transport. We can help coordinate delivery to our 25,000 sq. ft. gallery in North Austin and assist with packing or shipping if needed.
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Cataloging & Research
Every consigned item is carefully photographed, researched, and described by our staff. We determine an appropriate estimate range based on current and historic market trends, and your items are cataloged for inclusion in the next suitable auction.
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Spreading the Word
Your items are professionally marketed through online platforms, our website, social media, and direct outreach to registered bidders worldwide. We ensure your consignments receive maximum visibility among targeted collectors and buyers.
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After the Auction
Following the sale, you’ll receive a detailed settlement statement outlining hammer prices and commissions. Payments are typically issued within 30 business days of the auction’s close.
What Sets Us Apart
• Over four decades of trusted auction experience
• Family Owned & Operated Since 1983
• Global marketing reach through online platforms
• Transparent, commission-based process
• Experienced specialists in fine art, antiques, and estates
Our Commitment to You
We’re dedicated to making the consignment process easy, honest, and rewarding. Whether you’re selling a single heirloom or an entire estate, our goal is to handle your items with the same care and professionalism we would give our own.
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After the Auction
Following the sale, you’ll receive a detailed settlement statement outlining hammer prices and commissions. Payments are typically issued within 30 business days of the auction’s close.
What We Accept for Consignment
Explore the categories of property we regularly handle at auction.
We accept a wide range of fine art including paintings, prints, and works on paper from all periods. Our specialists evaluate each piece for quality, authenticity, and market appeal.
Consignments include period furniture, decorative objects, and antique pieces of craftsmanship and provenance. We consider both European and American styles across various eras.
We regularly handle bronze sculptures, from classical figures to modern works. Each piece is reviewed for artistic merit, patina, and condition.
We welcome consignments of handwoven rugs, tapestries, and textiles from around the world. Each piece is evaluated for craftsmanship, material quality, age, and condition, with attention to design, origin, and market desirability.
We accept antique and collectible firearms that meet federal and state requirements. All consignments are carefully documented and appraised for historical and market value.
Our jewelry consignments range from estate and period pieces to designer items. Stones, metals, and craftsmanship are all evaluated by our experts.
From coins and medals to rare memorabilia, we welcome consignments of distinctive collectible items with strong collector interest.
Our silver consignments include fine sterling and coin silver flatware, hollowware, and decorative objects. Each piece is evaluated for maker, design, and craftsmanship, with attention to both aesthetic and intrinsic value.
Antique and vintage lighting—from chandeliers to table lamps—is accepted based on design, craftsmanship, and condition.
We handle a variety of mid-century furniture and décor from notable designers and makers, reflecting this period’s enduring demand.
Garden statuary, urns, and architectural elements are evaluated for quality materials, design, and visual impact.
We accept fine porcelain, crystal, and art glass from a variety of makers and periods. Each piece is assessed for quality, condition, and artistry, with attention to desirable patterns, signatures, and decorative appeal.
Trusted by Consignors. Proven by Results.
FRANCOIS LINKE CASED ERARD GRAND PIANO, C. 1895
$42,000 USD
19TH C. IVORY PLAQUE, 38" X 17", W / DOCUMENTATION
$27,000 USD
LARGE CHINESE JADE, IVORY & HARDWOOD WALL PLAQUE
$95,000 USD
RING: 2006 TEXAS FOOTBALL, ROSE BOWL, D.K ROYAL
$105,000 USD
LARGE HOACHING CANTON REPOUSSE SILVER TROPHY CUP
$45,000 USD
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 18KT SAPPHIRE & DIAMOND RING
$18,000 USD
FINE EAGLE-TOPPED BLACK FOREST TALL CASE CLOCK
$18,000 USD
BOB "DADDY-O" WADE 'IGUANAMOBILE'
$110,000 USD
ESTATE GIA 16.17 CARAT FANCY YELLOW DIAMOND
$180,000 USD
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FRANZ DVORAK(D.1927) 78.25" X 66" INCREDIBLE FRAME
$77,000 USD
MONUMENTAL ITALIAN CARVED WALNUT TABLE, 142"L
$25,000 USD
ART CASE PIANO, STEINWAY, JANSEN & MESSAGE ORMOLU
$125,000 USD
CHINESE ENAMELED PORCELAIN PLAQUE, REPUBLIC PERIOD
$45,000 USD
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G. HARVEY ( D2017) RAIN, COWBOYS & LONGHORNS 24X30
$51,000 USD
19TH C GOLD & RUBY KUNDAN WORK ELEPHANT GOAD
$60,000 USD
TIFFANY STUDIOS NY DORE BRONZE 18LT LILY LAMP
$35,000 USD
MONUMENTAL CHINESE IVORY FIGURAL CARVED PAGODA
$25,000 USD
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EMIL FILLA (ATTRIB) CUBIST STILL LIFE PAINTING
$90,000 USD
MONUMENTAL CHINESE CLOISONNE VASE & STAND
$25,000 USD
FRENCH ORMOLU COMMODE, MANNER OF PAUL SORMANI
$19,000 USD
LARGE CHINESE ENAMELED STICK NECK VASE, REPUBLIC
$25,000 USD
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PORFIRIO SALINAS (1910-1973) SCARCE PALOMINO HORSE
$24,000 USD
R.J. HORNER FIGURAL CARVED GRANDFATHER CLOCK 112"
$47,000 USD
PABLO PICASSO MADOURA TETE DE CHEVRE DE PROFIL
$20,000 USD
BABE RUTH SIGNED BASEBALL MID 1940'S JSA & PSA/DNA
$20,000 USD
JAMES BERTRAND (D.1887) 'AURORA' 1876, 89" X 40"
$32,000 USD
SCHULZ PEANUTS SUNDAY 1958 SNOOPY COMIC STRIP
$69,000 USD
PAUL EVANS SCULPTURED BRONZE SIGNED DINING TABLE
$21,000 USD
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EDOUARD CORTES (1882-1969) 'PONT AU CHANGE'
$39,000 USD
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ALEXANDER CALDER (1898-1976), REGISTERED PAINTING
$35,000 USD
19TH C. ENAMELED GOLD, DIAMOND RUBY SWORD HILT
$65,000 USD
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(2) HENRY DASSON ORMOLU-MOUNTED BOULLE WORK CABINETS
$38,000 USD
WILLIAM MCKENDREE SNYDER (D.1930) WATERFALL
$17,000 USD
ESTATE GIA 14.72 CT CIRCULAR BRILLIANT CUT DIAMOND
$285,000 USD
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PORFIRIO SALINAS (D.1973) EARLY MORNING, 24" X 36"
$43,000 USD
PATEK PHILIPPE CELESTIAL ZODIAC DEALER CLOCK
$30,000 USD
RAFAEL CORONEL (MX, 1932-2019) 'ADOLESCENTE'
$19,000 USD
Consignment Information
Since 1983, Austin Auction Gallery has welcomed fine consignments from estates and private collections across the country.
Our experienced specialists are here to help you achieve the best possible results for your fine art, antiques, and valuables. Getting started is simple — just share a few photos and details about your items, and our team will guide you through the next steps, whether by phone or in person.
Standard Commission Rates
Sale Price | Commission Percentage |
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$1.00 - $100.00 | 39% |
$101.00 - $1,000.00 | 27% |
$1,001.00 - $3,500.00 | 21% |
More than $3,501.00 | 16% |
Commissions are applied per lot and deducted from the final hammer price. Rates vary by category and value.
Standard Commission Rates
Sale Price | Commission Percentage |
|---|---|
$1.00 - $100.00 | 39% |
$101.00 - $1,000.00 | 27% |
$1,001.00 - $3,500.00 | 21% |
More than $3,501.00 | 16% |
Commissions are applied per lot and deducted from the final hammer price. Rates vary by category and value.
Consignment Information
Since 1983, Austin Auction Gallery has welcomed fine consignments from estates and private collections across the country.
Our experienced specialists are here to help you achieve the best possible results for your fine art, antiques, and valuables. Getting started is simple — just share a few photos and details about your items, and our team will guide you through the next steps, whether by phone or in person.
Consignment Terms & Policies
To ensure a smooth and transparent consignment process, please review the following key policies that apply to all property sold through Austin Auction Gallery. Full Terms & Conditions are available here.
Condition & Representation
All property is sold “as is, where is.” Our specialists make every effort to provide accurate descriptions and condition information, but catalog descriptions and estimates are statements of opinion only. We recommend consignors provide full details and any supporting documentation regarding authenticity or provenance.
Reserves & Estimates
Estimates are based on current and historic market data and serve only as a guide to potential selling price. Some items may be subject to a reserve, which is the confidential minimum price agreed upon between the consignor and Austin Auction Gallery.
Bidding & Sale
All bidding is conducted in U.S. dollars. Items may be sold in person, by phone, absentee, or online through approved platforms. The auctioneer retains full discretion to determine bidding increments and resolve disputes.
Payments & Buyer’s Premium
Buyers pay a premium in addition to the hammer price:
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In-house bids: 22% buyer’s premium
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Online bids (LiveAuctioneers/Invaluable): 27% buyer’s premium
Payments are due within five (5) days of the sale. Austin Auction accepts U.S. cash, approved credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express), checks from Texas residents, or wire transfers for invoices over $10,000.
Post-Sale Settlement
Consignors are paid within 30 business days after the auction, once payment has been received from the buyer. Settlement statements detail hammer prices, commissions, and deductions.
Unsold Property & Storage
Unsold items must be removed or reoffered within 10 calendar days after the sale. Items left beyond this period may incur a daily storage fee of $25 per lot and may eventually be resold or transferred at the consignor’s expense.
Shipping & Liability
Austin Auction Gallery does not provide packing or shipping services. All shipping arrangements are the responsibility of the buyer, and any recommended shippers act solely as agents of the buyer. Consigned property is insured while in our possession.
Legal & Licensing
Austin Auction Gallery is licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR), License #8069. All disputes are governed by the laws of the State of Texas, with venue in Travis County.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions?
Contact our staff at info@austinauction.com or (512) 258-5479. We’re happy to help you through the process.
