Collector’s Zone
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Choose an art auction*
Find an auction that specialises in works of art or whose main focus is works of art, e.g. paintings, sculptures, graphics, etc. The ideal place is our Verum.ART platform, rich in works and collections, simple and intuitive in operation.
* the function on Verum.ART will be available soon
* the function on Verum.ART will be available soon
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Read more about auctions
Carefully read information about the auction you decide on, including the catalogue, lists of works of art, collection, date and place of the selected auction.
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Check conditions of participation
Read the terms and conditions of participation in the selected auction, which include all information on registration, deposit and registration fees.
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Sign up
If the auction requires signing up, do so in accordance with the organiser’s instructions. This may be online registration on Verum.ART, another platform or in person at the auction office. There you’ll receive the auction number that identifies you as the participant in the art auction.
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Prepare for the auction
Take a close look at the works to be put up for auction before the auction. Gather information on artists, works of art and estimate your interest and maximum amounts that you wish to allocate to the auctioned works. On our platform you may find plenty of information about artists, their works and collections.
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Auction started
Come to the venue of the stationary auction or join it online, depending on the way that the auction is organised. Complete all the paperwork that is essential to participate in this event.
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Notify your participation
When, at the auction, a work of art that you are interested in is put up for auction, notify your participation by raising your hand (in traditional auctions) or by using available online options.
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Bid
Actively participate in bidding by raising bids according to your price limit. Remember that the auctioning of works of art can be intense, so be prepared to react quickly and competitively. It is important to be confident and firm.
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Win and pay
If you win the bid, make payment in accordance with the terms and conditions of the auction. Ensure that all requirements regarding the payment, delivery and collection of the works of art are clear and understandable.
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Collect your purchased work of art
After payment, collect your purchased work of art as agreed with the auction organiser.