Sell with Antiqon

GENERAL SALES PROCESS

Selling through ANTIQON includes a complete cycle of services, from the preliminary appraisal and determination of the sales strategy to the completion of the transaction and payment to the Seller.

ANTIQON works with works of art, antiques, and collectible objects, providing professional support, international promotion, and access to collectors, private clients, and institutional buyers.

Depending on the nature of the property, its value, category, and market strategy, a sale may be conducted:

• through auction;
• through the gallery and Buy Now format;
• through private sales;
• through individual curator-led client relationships.

The sales format is determined jointly with an ANTIQON curator, taking into account the characteristics of the property, current market conditions, and the interests of the Seller.

The cooperation process generally includes:

• preliminary appraisal of the property;
• analysis of the suitability of the property for sale;
• agreement on the sales format;
• consignment of the property;
• preparation of the property for sale;
• promotion and communication with potential buyers;
• management of the transaction;
• payment to the Seller following completion of the sale.

Each property is assigned an ANTIQON curator who:

• advises on the sales process;
• develops the sales strategy;
• coordinates preparation of the property;
• communicates with potential buyers;
• manages the transaction at every stage.

Sales conditions, commissions, selling periods, settlement procedures, and all other terms of cooperation are set out in the relevant agreement or contract between the parties.

PROPERTY APPRAISAL

The process of selling through ANTIQON begins with a preliminary appraisal of the property and an assessment of the most appropriate sales format.

For an initial review of the property, the Seller may:

• complete an enquiry form on the website;
• submit information by email;
• contact the ANTIQON team directly;
• arrange for the property to be examined in person by prior appointment.

For a preliminary appraisal, the Seller is encouraged to provide:

• photographs of the property;
• a description of the property;
• dimensions, materials, signatures, hallmarks, or markings (if known);
• any known provenance information;
• available documentation, certificates, or expert reports.

The appraisal is carried out by ANTIQON specialists and may involve consultation with specialist experts, art historians, and advisers.

Following the preliminary review, the following may be determined:

• an indicative value of the property;
• an estimated selling range;
• the suitability of the property for sale through auction, the gallery, the Buy Now format, or private sales;
• the proposed sales and marketing strategy.

Any preliminary appraisal is provided for guidance only and does not constitute a guarantee of sale, achievement of a particular price, or an obligation on the part of ANTIQON to accept the property for consignment.

In certain cases, additional photographs, documentation, physical examination of the property, or consultation with external specialists may be required in order to conduct a more detailed appraisal, examination, or attribution.

SALE THROUGH AUCTION

Sale through an ANTIQON auction is intended for property of artistic, historical, collecting, or market interest to an international audience of collectors, dealers, and private clients.

The auction format enables property to be presented to a broad audience of collectors, dealers, private clients, and institutional buyers within a competitive bidding environment.

Following the preliminary appraisal and agreement of the sales conditions with the Seller, the following may be determined:

• the suitability of the property for auction sale;
• the auction format;
• the indicative estimate;
• the reserve price (where applicable);
• the anticipated auction schedule.

Consignment of property for auction is arranged by prior agreement with ANTIQON.

A consignment agreement is concluded with the Seller and may include:

• conditions of sale;
• commission;
• estimate;
• reserve price;
• settlement procedures;
• payment terms;
• other conditions of cooperation.

Following acceptance of the property, ANTIQON undertakes preparation for sale, which may include:

• cataloguing;
• professional photography;
• preparation of the description;
• publication in the auction catalogue;
• promotion to clients and partner platforms.

The property may be offered for sale:

• through the ANTIQON online auction platform;
• through partner auction platforms;
• as part of international online auctions;
• in conjunction with exhibition and gallery presentations.

Following the auction:

• where the conditions of sale are met, the property shall be considered sold;
• where the property remains unsold, a further auction, private sale, or alternative sales format may be considered.

Payment to the Seller is made after full payment has been received from the Buyer, in accordance with the terms of the consignment agreement and less commission and agreed expenses.

SALE THROUGH THE GALLERY AND BUY NOW FORMAT

Sales through the ANTIQON gallery and the Buy Now format are intended for property requiring individual presentation, curatorial attention, and personalised interaction with potential buyers.

This format allows property to be presented:

• within the ANTIQON gallery space;
• on the ANTIQON website through the Buy Now format;
• through individual work with private clients and collectors;
• as part of personalised client proposals;
• through curatorial guidance and direct engagement with potential buyers.

Sales may be conducted:

• through the ANTIQON gallery;
• through the Buy Now format on the ANTIQON website;
• through personalised offers to clients;
• through individual curator-led work with collectors and buyers.

Following the preliminary appraisal and agreement of the terms of cooperation, the following may be determined:

• the suitability of the property for gallery sale;
• the presentation format;
• the promotional strategy;
• the recommended selling price;
• the duration and conditions of placement.

Consignment of the property is arranged by prior agreement with ANTIQON.

A consignment agreement is concluded with the Seller and may include:

• conditions of sale;
• selling price;
• commission;
• placement period;
• settlement procedures;
• other conditions of cooperation.

Following acceptance of the property, ANTIQON provides:

• professional photography;
• preparation of the description;
• curatorial presentation;
• publication on the website;
• promotion to the client database
• management of negotiations and the transaction.

The sales format is determined jointly with an ANTIQON curator, taking into account the nature of the property, the market strategy, and the target audience of buyers.

Payment to the Seller is made after full payment has been received from the Buyer, in accordance with the terms of the agreement and less commission and agreed expenses.

PRIVATE SALES

Private Sales are a format for the individual sale of works of art, antiques, and collectible objects outside public auctions and other open sales channels.

This format is intended for property requiring:

• confidential offering;
• individual client relationships;
• private negotiations;
• targeted buyer sourcing;
• personalised transaction management.

Private Sales may be conducted:

• without public listing of the property;
• without publication of ownership information;
• without public bidding;
• through individual work with ANTIQON collectors and private clients.

The Private Sales format may be used:

• for rare and high-value property;
• for museum-quality and important collectible objects;
• for private collections;
• where enhanced confidentiality is required;
• as part of a tailored sales strategy.

The terms of sale are determined individually and may include:

• the selling price;
• the presentation format;
• the placement period;
• the level of confidentiality;
• commission;
• settlement and payment procedures.

Each property is assigned an ANTIQON curator who:

• coordinates the sales process;
• communicates with potential buyers;
• manages negotiations;
• ensures confidentiality and transaction support.

Following completion of the transaction and receipt of full payment, payment to the Seller is made in accordance with the agreement and less agreed commissions and expenses.

CURATORIAL SUPPORT

Each property consigned to ANTIQON for sale is assigned a curator who coordinates the sales process and communication between the Seller, ANTIQON specialists, and potential buyers.

The curator:

• advises on available sales formats;
• participates in determining the sales strategy;
• coordinates preparation of the property for sale;
• communicates with clients and collectors;
• manages negotiations and the transaction process;
• ensures communication throughout all stages of cooperation.

Depending on the category of the property and the selected sales format, the curator may:

• arrange additional consultations;
• engage specialist advisers and experts;
• coordinate photography and preparation of descriptions;
• oversee the participation of the property in exhibitions, auctions, or private offers.

The curator works individually with each Seller, taking into account:

• the nature of the property;
• current market conditions;
• the target audience;
• the required level of confidentiality;
• the sales strategy agreed with the Seller.

ANTIQON strives to provide professional, transparent, and personalised support for property and transactions throughout every stage of cooperation.

TRANSACTION AND SALE

Following agreement of the terms of cooperation and consignment of the property, ANTIQON undertakes preparation of the property for sale in accordance with the selected sales format.

Preparation of the property may include:

• cataloguing;
• professional photography;
• preparation of the description;
• expert and curatorial support;
• development of the presentation and marketing strategy.

For selected property, ANTIQON may create original photographic and video content, including:

• video reviews;
• curatorial presentations;
• artistic video productions;
• presentation materials;
• materials for exhibitions, publications, and international promotion.

Depending on the selected sales format, the property may be offered:

• through an ANTIQON auction;
• through the gallery;
• through the Buy Now format on the website;
• through Private Sales;
• through personalised offers to clients and collectors.

ANTIQON provides:

• promotion of the property;
• communication with potential buyers;
• management of negotiations;
• organisation of the transaction;
• coordination of payment, transfer, and logistics.

The terms of sale, including the selling price, reserve price (where applicable), commission, placement period, and other conditions of cooperation, are determined by the agreement concluded with the Seller.

Following completion of the sale, the Seller is provided with information regarding the outcome of the transaction, including:

• the final selling price;
• commissions deducted;
• agreed expenses;
• the amount payable to the Seller.

If the property remains unsold, the parties may agree on:

• re-offering the property for sale;
• changing the sales format;
• revising the selling price;
• return of the property;
• other options for future sale.

PAYMENT TO THE SELLER

Following completion of the sale and receipt of full payment from the Buyer, ANTIQON shall make payment to the Seller in accordance with the terms of the agreement.

Payment is made:

• by bank transfer;
• to the account designated by the Seller;
• within the timeframes specified in the agreement or the agreed conditions of sale.

The following may be taken into account when calculating the payment due to the Seller:

• ANTIQON’s commission;
• agreed expenses;
• logistics and insurance costs;
• costs relating to expertise, promotion, or additional services (where such costs have been agreed);
• other agreed deductions.

The Seller is provided with information regarding the outcome of the transaction, including:

• the final selling price;
• commissions deducted;
• agreed expenses;
• the amount payable to the Seller.

Payment shall be made only after:

• receipt of full payment from the Buyer;
• completion of any required AML/KYC and compliance procedures;
• fulfilment of obligations relating to the transfer of the property and completion of the transaction.

In certain cases, payment timeframes may depend upon:

• the Buyer’s method of payment;
• international banking procedures;
• currency control requirements;
• export formalities;
• other circumstances beyond ANTIQON’s control.

Unless otherwise provided in the agreement, all payments are made in euros (EUR).