You are able to bid using the following four methods:
1. Bidding in the Room
To bid at the auction you will need to register for a bidding number at the front desk either during the viewing or prior to the auction. Please bid clearly and promptly using your bidding number.
2. Absentee Bidding
If you are unable to attend the auction, Dunbar Sloane Ltd can bid on your behalf according to your written instructions.
You may make an absentee bid online by visiting your desired auction's page and clicking the "absentee bidding form" link at the bottom.
Our absentee bidding form requires you to enter the lot numbers you wish to bid on and your maximum bid.
Please check lot numbers and description.
In the event of identical bids, the earliest will take precedence.
'Buy' bids are not accepted.
The limit you leave should be the amount to which you would bid if you were to attend the Sale. Lots will be purchased for you as reasonably as possible, subject to other bids in the room and to reserves.
To guarantee receipt and registration, these must be submited to Dunbar Sloane Ltd at least 24 hours before the sale.
3. Telephone Bidding
If you are unable to attend the auction, you can elect to bid by telephone (subject to availability).
Telephone bidding must be arranged with Dunbar Sloane Ltd at least 24 hours prior to the auction and is subject to a minimum lot estimate of $500 or greater.
Please note that the auctioneer determines the increments in bidding, not the telephone bidder.
We accept no responsibility if for whatever reason we are unable to contact you and as such recommend leaving a covering bid.
4. Live Online Bidding
We offer live online bidding on our website (subject to aproval).
Registering online does not automatically register to bid, and further identification maybe required, especially if you are an International client.
Successful bidders will be notified by phone or email as soon as possible, at which time arrangements may be made for payments, collection and dispatch. New online set bidding increments as follows: (please note bidding increments are at the auctioneers discretion and can be changed)
Minimum Item Value Increment
$ - $ 10.00
$ 100.00 $ 20.00
$ 300.00 $ 25.00
$ 500.00 $ 50.00
$ 1,000.00 $ 100.00
$ 2,000.00 $ 200.00
$ 5,000.00 $ 500.00
$ 10,000.00 $ 1,000.00
$ 20,000.00 $ 2,000.00
$ 50,000.00 $ 5,000.00
$ 100,000.00 $ 10,000.00
$ 200,000.00 $ 20,000.00
$ 500,000.00 $ 50,000.00
Buyers Premium
Is applicable to each sale, please refer to auction catalogue for rate.
If you have not bought from Dunbar Sloane before please read the following notes. They are set out in the order you are likely to come across them in the process of buying at auction.
BEFORE AUCTION
We recommend that you read and understand these conditions of business before registering to bid at an auction.
Viewing
All lots are available for inspection prior to the sale. Although staff will endeavour to answer your enquiries, and give advice, the final decision to bid, is at your discretion and liability.
Pre-Sale Estimates
The estimated prices printed below the catalogue descriptions are in New Zealand dollars and are the approximate prices expected to be realised, excluding buyers premium. They are not definitive, they are prepared well in advance of the sale and they are subject to revision.
Condition Reports
Dunbar Sloane Ltd will provide a condition report on request, if you would like an opinion on any particular lot, up to 24 hours before the start of auction. All goods are sold “as is” and it is up to the buyer to satisfy themselves as to the condition of an item before the auction.
THE AUCTION
Purchasing at Auction
You are able to bid using the following four methods:
1. Bidding in the Room
To bid at the auction you will need to register for a bidding number at the front desk either during the viewing or prior to the auction. Please bid clearly and promptly using your bidding number.
2. Absentee Bidding
If you are unable to attend the auction Dunbar Sloane Ltd can bid on your behalf according to your written instructions. This is a free service for intended buyers. Please complete clearly an absentee bid form or choose the ABSENTEE BIDDING tab under AUCTION on the website and submit it to Dunbar Sloane Ltd at least 24 hours before the sale to ensure it is safely received. Lots will be purchased for you as reasonably as possible, subject to other bids in the room and to reserves.
3. Telephone Bidding
If you are unable to attend the auction, you can elect to bid by telephone (subject to availability). Telephone bidding must be arranged with Dunbar Sloane Ltd prior to the sale and is subject to a minimum lot estimate of $500 or greater. Please note that the auctioneer determines the increments in bidding, not the telephone bidder. We accept no responsibility if for whatever reason we are unable to contact you and as such recommend leaving a covering bid.
4. Live Online Bidding
We offer live online bidding on our website: www.dunbarsloane.co.nz
Registering online does not automatically register to bid, and further identification maybe required, especially if you are an International client.
Approximate Selling Rate
Auctions are generally conducted at the rate of about 60-80 lots per hour. However, this can vary.
Buyers Premium
The buyer shall pay to Dunbar Sloane Ltd a premium of 19% of the hammer price plus GST on the premium only–effectively adding 21.85% to the hammer price.
POST AUCTION
Payment
Payment for purchase is due in New Zealand dollars within 48 hours from the date of sale by cash, eftpos or electronic transfer. Due to the Anti Money Laundering Act we no longer accept cash for purchases of $10,000 or over. Bank details as follows:
Dunbar Sloane Ltd
06 0501 0524945 00
Swift Code ANZBNZ22
Please include details of sale date and lot numbers with all payments.
International clients will need to add an additional $25NZD to cover bank transfer fees
Collection of Purchases
Property purchased can be collected as soon as full payment has been received. Any items not collected within seven days of the auction may be subject to a storage and fee. Insurance (subject to terms and conditions) applies for up to two working days from the date of the sale whilst items are in our care.
Items must be paid for straight away and a second account for courier/freight charges will follow as soon as possible when we have confirmed courier charges.
Packaging and Transportation
We advise buyers to arrange transport and insurance with their preferred provider/s. We accept no responsibility for loss or damage once goods are in the hands of carrier.
For smaller, courierable items, Dunbar Sloane Ltd can arrange packing and courier for a fee. This is to be paid before the goods leave our premises. We pack with care, however we take no responsibility for damage once goods are in transit. It is up to the buyer to arrange their own transit insurance to cover any damage or loss.
OPENING HOURS
Dunbar Sloane Ltd general office hours are Monday to Friday 8.30am-5pm. Please note many of our advertised or published sale and viewing times fall outside these hours.
CATALOGUE SUBSCRIPTION
Dunbar Sloane Ltd catalogues are an essential guide to any auction. Annual subscriptions ensure regular receipt of catalogues.
Dunbar Sloane Ltd offer a variety of valuation services across all collection areas including Fine & Applied Art, Maori & Pacific Artefacts, Toys, Rare Documents, Books, Antique & Decorative Arts to General Household Chattels.
Auction Estimates:
Market Valuations: If you require an auction (market) value for your goods we require a photo of the item and relevant dimensions, plus any history and general condition. You are also welcome to bring in the item into our offices, please make an appointment first.Note: In most circumstances we cannot do valuations over the phone. Valuations are only provided where your intentions are to sell through auction. Valuations for trademe will incur a fee. Appointments can be made with a specialist staff member. As well as offices in both Wellington and Auckland, our experts travel regularly throughout New Zealand collecting and appraising items for auction.
Formal Appraisal:
Dunbar Sloane Ltd offers a comprehensive formal valuation service for the following purposes:
- Insurance
- Matrimonial
- Estate Division
- Market
Recent valuations of note have included:
- Te Papa Collections
- Variety of Government Departments including Parliamentary Services
- Regional and Local Body Councils
- Todd Corporation
- Archives New Zealand
- Large number of private homes across New Zealand