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Bonham's - "Bonhams is not only the world's fastest growing auction house, it is also the world's oldest and largest auctioneer of fine art and antiques still run by auctioneers, and still in British ownership. The Bonhams name is recognised worldwide throughout all sectors of the fine art, antiques and collectors' market, and several of its departments are already established world leaders within their category. Bonhams also offers more sales worldwide than any of its rivals, through two salerooms in London at New Bond Street and Knightsbridge --and a further 11 regional salerooms throughout the UK. Regular Bonhams sales are also held in Switzerland, Monaco, Germany and Australia, while the acquisition of Butterfields - the principal auction house on the West Coast of America --now provides Bonhams with salerooms in San Francisco and Los Angeles. The company also operates a network of offices and regional representatives providing sales advice and valuation services in 14 countries around the world. Bonhams, one of the few surviving Georgian London auction houses, was founded in 1793 by Thomas Dodd, a renowned antique print dealer, and Walter Bonham, a book specialist. It expanded during the 1850's to handle all categories of antiques including jewellery, porcelain, furniture, arms and armour and fine wines, and today is active in no fewer than 70 sectors embracing the entire spectrum of fine art, antiques and collectibles. We seek, by our commitment to client service and integrity, to establish Bonhams as the prime auction house of choice for buyers and sellers worldwide."
http://www.bonhams.com

Christie's and Christie's LIVE - See, hear, bid at live auctions . . . . (View the Video Demo and Sign up) . . . . - "Over its 234-year history, Christie's has grown and diversified into the world's preeminent auction house. Christie's currently offers sales in over 80 separate categories, which include all areas of the fine and decorative arts, collectibles, wine, stamps, motor cars, even sunken cargo. And while it is reputed for selling high priced works of art, in fact, many of the items offered at Christie's are affordable to even novice collectors. There are hundreds of auctions throughout the year selling objects of every description for aspiring collectors, homemakers and people simply looking to buy something distinctive and personal - Christie's sales are held in over 15 major cities around the world. From Amsterdam to Hong Kong, New York to London - Christie's has hundreds of specialists with years of experience evaluating and researching thousands of objects in their respective areas. Many are distinguished lecturers and authors; all have an in-depth knowledge of their collecting field. These specialists research, compile and produce more than 800 auction catalogues each year. A catalogue is a first-hand source of knowledge about your favorite subjects, or your introduction to new areas of interest. Lots within a catalogue are lavishly illustrated with beautiful photography and a detailed description, including provenance, exhibition history, literary reference notes and an estimated selling price."
http://www.christies.com

Skinner - "Skinner's specialty departments include American Furniture & Decorative Arts, Paintings & Prints, English & Continental Furniture & Decorations, Fine Ceramics, Jewelry, Couture, 20th Century Furniture & Decorative Arts, Fine Musical Instruments, Asian Art, Fine Judaica, Toys, Dolls & Collectibles, Science & Technology, Oriental Rugs & Carpets, American Indian & Ethnographica, and Discovery. As one of the nation's premier auction houses Skinner offers collectors the chance to bid on many rare and desirable pieces. Often, these unique items achieve world-record prices . . . . Skinner is widely regarded as one of the most reputable names in the auction business - a factor that is increasingly important in today's highly competitive art and antiques market. The Skinner name is synonymous with trust, integrity and experience. Skinner's fine arts and antiques -- on consignment from collectors, estate executors, museums, institutions, and private individuals -- are carefully appraised by a team of respected specialists. Skinner's appraisers and executive officers appear nationally on PBS's popular "Antiques Roadshow." Skinner's specialty departments amass the expertise of dozens of trained fine art and antique specialists who stay current on the latest issues and developments in the worldwide marketplace. Specialists are available to answer questions, respond to appraisal requests, speak with the media, and lead educational programs, including lectures, classes and seminars. Throughout its history, Skinner has also been a strong partner for museums, historical societies, educational institutions and non-profit organizations worldwide, helping them to meet challenges and achieve their goals. We do this by providing de-accession, purchase, and donation appraisal services for art and antiques. We've worked one-on-one with hundreds of museum curators and directors, helping them to improve the quality and value of their collections, and in turn, enabling them to shape the face and reputation of their institutions. Our flexible, hands-on approach enables us to accept single items, groups, or entire collections - a factor that sets us apart from most other national auction houses."
http://www.skinnerinc.com

eBay - "eBay enables trade on a local, national and international basis - On any given day, there are millions of items listed on eBay across thousands of categories. People come to eBay to buy and sell everything from the practical, unique, and interesting - such as automobiles, jewelry, musical instruments, photographic equipment, computers, furniture, and sporting goods - Founded in September 1995, eBay is a powerful marketplace for the sale of goods and services by a passionate community of individuals and small businesses. Today, the eBay community includes 18.9 million registered users, and is the number one most popular shopping site on the Internet when measured by total user minutes according to the Media Metrix September 2000 web report - We help people trade practically anything on earth. eBay was founded with the belief that people are basically good. We believe that each of our customers, whether a buyer or a seller, is an individual who deserves to be treated with respect. We will continue to enhance the online trading experiences of all - collectors, hobbyists, dealers, small business, unique item seekers, bargain hunters, opportunistic sellers, and browsers. The growth of the eBay community comes from meeting and exceeding the expectations these special people - In 2000, the eBay community transacted over $5 billion in annualized gross merchandise sales (value of goods traded on the eBay site).
http://www.ebay.com

Phillips de Pury & Luxembourg - "Phillips was founded in 1796 by Harry Phillips. 204 years later it has become one of the world's largest international auction houses, owned by the world's leading luxury goods group LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton - The company holds more than 800 auctions a year and has specialists with knowledge in over 100 subjects from old master paintings and fine furniture to sporting memorabilia and contemporary ceramics. Last year alone Phillips acted for over 80,000 vendors ranging from private individuals to large institutions."
http://www.phillips-dpl.com/home.html

Sotheby's - "From our origins in 1744 as a London book dealer to our expansion into art of all kinds in the 19th century and unrivalled international reach in the 20th, Sotheby's has always blended proud tradition with up-to-the-minute expertise - International Offices in New York, London, Hong Kong, and Geneva - and Amsterdam, Cape Town, Chicago, Johannesburg, Los Angeles, Melbourne, Milan, Monaco, Munich, Paris, Singapore, Sussex, Syndney, Taipei, Tel Aviv, Toronto, Zurich - with representatives in more than 50 other cities."
http://www.sothebys.com