Ewbank's Auctions

Ewbank's Auctions holds live and timed auctions covering jewellery, watches, art, memorabilia, collectables and cars.

Quick overview

It also offers valuations and accepts items for auction.

Categories include paintings, prints, vintage fashion, books, trading cards and retro video games.
Entertainment memorabilia includes film and television props, autographs and photographs.
Bidding options include the auction room, telephone, live internet bidding and commission bids.
Online catalogues include images, and prospective buyers can request further lot information.
Valuations are available through an online form, by email, by smartphone appointment and in person.

Introduction

Ewbank's Auctions holds live and timed auctions, and offers valuations for people considering selling items at auction.

Its auctions cover jewellery, watches, art, memorabilia, antiques and collectables, alongside cars, games, books and other categories.

What Ewbank's Auctions offers

The auction house holds fine art auctions and auctions devoted to particular categories, as well as pre-loved, vintage and antique auctions. Bidding options include the auction room, telephone, live internet bidding and commission bids.

For sellers, Ewbank's Auctions accepts consignments and offers valuations through an online form, by email, by smartphone appointment and in person. It also provides written valuations for purposes including probate and insurance.

Product and service categories

Jewellery and watches

Jewellery auctions include antique, modern, vintage and costume jewellery. The styles named include Art nouveau and Arts and Crafts jewellery. Watches also feature in live and timed auctions.

Paintings, prints and contemporary art

Art auctions include paintings and prints, with classical, impressionistic, modern and abstract styles named. Contemporary art auctions include paintings, prints and sculptures. Decorative pictures also feature in auctions.

Entertainment and memorabilia

Film and television memorabilia includes autographs, costumes, props, photographs, stills and animation artwork. Other memorabilia named includes cameras, royal memorabilia and political memorabilia.

Books, comics, cards and games

Books and maps are among the auction categories. Comics and trading cards also feature, alongside retro video games. Tabletop gaming appears in the archived auction catalogues.

Furniture, interiors and objects

Auctions include fine furniture and antique furniture. Interiors and modern design are also represented, as are objects of art. Clocks, barometers and garden items are among the other categories named.

Cars and automobilia

Ewbank's Auctions holds auctions featuring modern and classic cars. Automobilia is also named among its auction departments.

Toys and collectables

Toys and models feature in auctions, alongside other collectables. Dolls are also named in the departments. Militaria and medals are further auction categories.

Fashion, posters, wines and spirits

Vintage fashion and vintage posters are among the categories offered at auction. Fine wines and spirits are also named on the site.

Browse the full range on the Ewbank's Auctions website.

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Brands named on the site

Jewellery brands named include Cartier, Boucheron, Chopard, Tiffany & Co., Child & Child, Murrle, Bennett & Co, Liberty & Co., Christian Dior and Boucher. Watch brands include Rolex, Breitling, Zenith, Omega and Patek Philippe.

Using the website

The website offers an auction calendar, online catalogues and archived catalogues. Auction listings include images and, where appropriate, additional images and condition reports. Prospective buyers can request further information about individual lots.

Users can register for live internet bidding and watch lots as they are sold. Online registration is also available for creating a wishlist or placing bids. A newsletter and auction updates are offered.

Notable features

The online valuation form asks for an item description, images and contact details. Sellers can also send images by email or request a smartphone valuation appointment. Home visits can be arranged by appointment.

After a seller decides to proceed to auction, Ewbank's Auctions catalogues and photographs the items. Before the auction, it sends the seller information including lot numbers, catalogue descriptions and the auction date.

Frequently asked questions

Can I attend an auction without bidding?

Auctions are public events. Visitors can also attend a scheduled viewing day.

How do I bid in the auction room?

Room bidders need to register. They are then issued with a buyer's number.

Can I place a commission bid online?

Yes, you can register to place commission bids through the website. Registration is available through the link for the auction.

What information is available about auction lots?

Online catalogues include images, and descriptions can include additional images and condition reports. Prospective buyers can also request further information about a lot.

How do I request an online valuation?

Complete the online form with an item description, images and contact details. The form accepts JPG, JPEG and PNG images.

Are smartphone valuation appointments available?

Yes, Ewbank's Auctions offers virtual valuation appointments using a smartphone. It also accepts images by email for valuation.

What information does a seller receive before an auction?

The auction house sends pre-auction advice by email. This includes lot numbers, catalogue descriptions and the auction date.

Key takeaways

Live and timed auctions cover art, jewellery, memorabilia, collectables and cars.
Bidding options include the auction room, telephone, live internet bidding and commission bids.
Online catalogues include images, with further lot information available on request.
Valuation options include an online form, email, smartphone appointments and in-person appointments.
The site offers an auction calendar, archived catalogues and a wishlist.

Summary

Ewbank's Auctions offers auctions across categories from paintings and watches to toys and vintage posters. Buyers can browse catalogues and register to bid, while sellers can request a valuation and discuss consigning items for auction.