Viewing
Our live auctions may be viewed online approximately two weeks prior
to the sales date. Auction previews are generally held 2 days prior to
the auction at the sales venue.
Buyer's Premium
All sales are subject to a buyer's premium of 17% discounted
to 15% for cash or check.
Bidding at the Auction
You must register and obtain a bidding number. We require a valid driver's
license and a VISA or MasterCard number. You must also sign the Conditions
of Sale.
Absentee Bidding
(Click here to see Absentee
Bid Form & Conditions of Sale)
If you are unable to attend the auction you may leave an absentee
bid using the form (Absentee Bid Form) and the bidding increments
listed on this site. You may post it to us by regular mail, fax,
or drop it off at the sales venue. These bids are executed competitively
on your behalf. The earliest received bid will take precedence
in case of tie. Faxed bids must be received by 5 p.m. on the day
prior to the auction.
Telephone Bidding
For lots estimated over $500, telephone bidding may be arranged.
The phone lines are reserved on a first come - first served basis.
Fill out the absentee bid form and write "phone" in the "maximum
bid" column and fax it to us along with a signed conditions of
sale. Both forms must be received by 5 p.m. on the Friday before
the auction.
Bid
Increments
Bidding amounts are usually accepted in the following increments,
subject to the auctioneer's discretion. (Please note this guide
applies to absentee bids
as well.)
| Up to $100 |
$10 |
| $100-$500 |
$25 |
| $500-$1,000 |
$50 |
| $1,000-$3,000 |
$100 |
| $3,000-$5,000 |
$250 |
| $5,000-$10,000 |
$500 |
| $10,000-$30,000 |
$2,500 |
| $30,000-$100,000 |
$5,000 |
| Over $100,000 |
$10,000 |
Condition Reports
We are happy to offer condition reports on lots where practical. Please understand
that these reports are generally subjective and examining an object in person
is always preferable.
Payment and Collection
For purchases at our live auction, payment must be made the day of the sale.
Personal checks are accepted from buyers known to us. Items must be cleared
from the sales venue by Noon of the following day. If you participate by phone
or absentee bid please contact a shipper prior to the sale, these items must
be paid for and picked up by the shipper within ten days of the date of the
sale. All purchases are subject to sales tax unless you have a valid New York
State tax exemption number and fill out the form required by the state. (We
suggest you do this when registering to bid to save time at check-out.)
Packing & Shipping
Unfortunately we are unable to pack, ship or dismantle any items.
The following is a list of shippers in our area:
Antique Delivery
Service
91 Market Street, #26
Wappingers Falls, NY 12590
Phone 845-297-8710
Fax 845-297-1865
Arnoff Pack & Ship
Fine Arts Services
DHL/FedEx/UPS & LTL
Terri Proper
351 Millerton Road
Lakeville, CT 06039
T (860) 435-2909
F (860) 435-8119
tproper@arnoff.com
Arnoff Pack & Ship
Fine Arts Services
DHL/FedEx/UPS & LTL
Ashwani Dogra
1282 Dutchess Turnpike
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
T (845) 790-6281
F (845) 452-3606
adogra@arnoff.com
Precious Cargo, LLC
Specializing in the handling of antique furniture
522 Union Street
Hudson NY 12534
Richard Lunden
www.prcargo.com
Phone: 917-224-2408
prcargo@verizon.net
UPS Store #4541
David Anderson
Kings Mall
1200 Ulster Avenue (#35A)
Kingston, New York 12401
tel #845-336-4877
fax#845-336-3832
email: store4541@theupsstore.com
UPS
Store #5539
Brian Cantele
160 Fairview Avenue Hudson, NY 12534
tel # 518- 828-8777
fax # 518- 822-8727
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