IT’S EASY TO BUY AT ARTIANA
1. BROWSING
Before Bidding, Clients are welcome to browse through our Lots and see what we have to offer.Artiana offers a variety of ways to discover more about our Lots, so make the most of your browsing: Auction Catalogue Our catalogues are available on our website, mobile app, as well as in print form, and are a great way for clients to browse through upcoming sales. Our catalogues contain the following: • Images of the work • Descriptions of the Lot, including size, date and age, medium, type, attribution, quantity, etc. • Estimates, which are given for all Lots are based on prices recently paid at auction or average market value for comparable property.They take into account rarity, condition, quality and provenance Condition Reports Condition Reports supplement the catalogue description and provide guidance on the item’s condition.These are available upon request. Our Specialists We have in-house auction specialists who will always be happy to discuss an item in greater detail. Just contact our Auction Help Desk at +971 55 815 3030| auction@artiana.com Viewing Gallery Artiana is a click-and-mortar hybrid and has a viewing gallery located in Dubai, UAE and we would always recommend coming to the auction viewings and looking at an item for yourself.
2. BIDDING
3. PAYING AND TAKING IT HOME
In order to Bid, users must first register on our website, Sign In with their Artiana ID, and request Bidding access for the sale in which they are interested. Once their request has been approved, users can proceed to Bid.Artiana offers you ease and flexibility by providing three ways to Bid on a desired Lot: Online Bids Online Bidding allows you to directly participate in the auction through the Artiana website or mobile app in real time and from anywhere in the world.All you have to do is click to Bid wherever you may be. You will be able to track your Bids through the website and will be alerted if you have been outbid. Visit www.artiana.com to find out more. Proxy/Maximum Bids These are suitable for those Bidders who are not available to follow the Bidding process, or would simply like to reserve a maximum Bid on a Lot. To make a Proxy Bid, you must enter the Maximum amount that you would like to Bid on a Lot, and our auction software will Bid on your behalf up to this amount. If you are the only person to Bid on the selected Lot, then you will purchase it at the lowest possible price (the Reserve Price). Written/Absentee Bids These are suitable for those Bidders who may not be available during the auction, or would prefer to have an Artiana representative complete the online transaction on their behalf. Once you have completed the Written/Absentee Bids form, we will either Bid online directly or place a ‘Proxy Bid’ on your behalf, allowing our auction software to Bid up to this amount. If you are the only person to Bid on your Lot, then you will purchase it at the lowest possible price (the Reserve Price). For more information, please refer to the Written/ Absentee Bids form in this catalogue or contact our Auction Help Desk at +971 55 815 3030 | auction@artiana.com
Congratulations! You hold the Winning Bid and are the Successful Bidder. Once you have paid for your purchase, delivery can be arranged. No Buyer’s Premium Artiana does not charge any Buyer’s Premium over and above the Winning Bid. ‘What You Bid Is What You Pay’. Payment As the Successful Bidder, you will only pay the Winning bid amount, along with any applicable charges for additional services availed and VAT if applicable. Payments for invoices are required to be completed within a period of seven business days from the receipt of the invoice via email. Refer to the ‘Buying at Artiana’ guide in this catalogue for more details. If you have any further questions please contact our Help Desk at +971 55 815 3030 | info@artiana.com Storage Purchased Lots will initially be held for collection either at Artiana’s viewing gallery or at the shipper’s warehouse for 15 business days at no charge, after which a daily storage charge will be imposed. Delivery We can help you with all your delivery and shipping requirements whether local or international freight. Please refer to the ‘Storage and collection’ page in this catalogue or contact our Help Desk on +971 55 815 3030 | info@artiana.com
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