Buying or selling — no theatre, no surprises.
Two flows, both straightforward. We've put the friction where it belongs (expert review) and removed it everywhere else.
Bidding, end to end.
From your first registration to the piece arriving at your door — what to expect at each step.
Register
Create an account and verify your identity. Standard KYC for an auction house — a passport scan, a recent utility bill. We register you once for all four annual sales.
Browse the catalogue
Each lot includes specialist photography, a written condition report, provenance where known, and a specialist note. You're welcome to visit us in Geneva to view any lot in person before the sale
Place bids online
Bid live during the sale, or leave a maximum bid in advance and let our system bid on your behalf up to your ceiling. No phone bidders, no in-room theatre — every bidder on equal footing.
Win and pay securely
If you're highest at hammer, an invoice arrives within an hour. Settle by bank transfer or card. Buyer's premium 20% (excl. VAT), disclosed transparently on every lot.
Receive your piece
Insured shipping worldwide, signed-for delivery. Or collect in person at our Geneva office, by appointment, with one of our specialists walking you through the piece.
SEE IT IN PERSON
Every lot lives online, so you can bid from anywhere. But you're also welcome to visit us in Geneva and examine a piece in person before the sale. Book a slot and one of our specialists will walk you through it.
Book an appointmentSelling, end to end.
From "I think I might sell this" to funds in your account in a couple weeks.
Submit
Use the valuation tool, the consignment form, or just email us. Photos help. Reference numbers help more. We work with what's there.
Assessment
Within 48 hours, a specialist returns with an indicative estimate, a proposed reserve, and our suggested commission. No charge, no commitment.
Catalogue
If you proceed, we collect or accept your insured shipment. Studio photography, condition reporting, and a written specialist note are all included.
Auction
Your lot goes into the next available sale, presented alongside the rest of the catalogue. You receive live updates as bidding develops.
Payment
Once the buyer settles, funds reach you within thirty days. Wire transfer to a Swiss or European account, in CHF or EUR. Net of agreed commission, fully itemised.