DOH
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Auction Commission/Fees query, by DOH on Feb 26, 2010 11:21:01 GMT 1, I'm considering (for the first time) selling a piece in an upcoming Christies auction..can anybody advise me if the following commission/fees that have been suggested are standard, or will I be able to negotiate myself a better deal? 
15% commission on the first £3000 10% thereafter, 1.5% loss and damage cover, £40 marketing fee including an illustration in the catalogue and on-line.
In the unlikely event the lot fails to sell these charges are waived and a flat rate of £50 is payable on collection, or we can re-offer the lot for you. All charges are subject to VAT.
I'm considering (for the first time) selling a piece in an upcoming Christies auction..can anybody advise me if the following commission/fees that have been suggested are standard, or will I be able to negotiate myself a better deal? 15% commission on the first £3000 10% thereafter, 1.5% loss and damage cover, £40 marketing fee including an illustration in the catalogue and on-line.
In the unlikely event the lot fails to sell these charges are waived and a flat rate of £50 is payable on collection, or we can re-offer the lot for you. All charges are subject to VAT. |
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curiousgeorge
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Auction Commission/Fees query, by curiousgeorge on Feb 26, 2010 11:31:44 GMT 1, Is it a strong piece in a weak line-up?
I've known people get less than 5% (forget which auction house) i guess it depends on if you have a 'big ticket' item
Is it a strong piece in a weak line-up?
I've known people get less than 5% (forget which auction house) i guess it depends on if you have a 'big ticket' item
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DOH
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Auction Commission/Fees query, by DOH on Feb 26, 2010 11:37:41 GMT 1, To be honest...I've no idea what's in the rest of the auction!
To be honest...I've no idea what's in the rest of the auction!
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curiousgeorge
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Auction Commission/Fees query, by curiousgeorge on Feb 26, 2010 11:39:37 GMT 1, Do some research into what is available in each sale, then you might be in a position to barter
Good luck
Do some research into what is available in each sale, then you might be in a position to barter
Good luck
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lobster
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Auction Commission/Fees query, by lobster on Feb 26, 2010 15:01:26 GMT 1, "In the unlikely event the lot fails to sell these charges are waived and a flat rate of £50 is payable on collection, or we can re-offer the lot for you. All charges are subject to VAT. "
Dont you just LOVE auction houses !!!!
"In the unlikely event the lot fails to sell these charges are waived and a flat rate of £50 is payable on collection, or we can re-offer the lot for you. All charges are subject to VAT. "
Dont you just LOVE auction houses !!!!
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