How to Buy at Art Auction
Acquiring a work of art at James Lisboa's Art Auction is a journey of discovery through exceptional works by national and international artists. At Art Auction, we make this process transparent, secure, and accessible. Whether you are an experienced collector or making your first acquisition, our platform offers access to an extensive collection of works with total confidence.
Transparency and Trust
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Guaranteed Authenticity
Each work is subjected to a rigorous examination process led by James Lisboa. We guarantee authenticity and thoroughly analyze provenance and condition.
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Cost Transparency
Bid with financial security. The auctioneer's commission is fixed at 5% over the hammer price. There are no hidden fees or surprises at the time of payment.
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Specialized Logistics
Your artwork in good hands. Our team coordinates professional packaging and safe transport, whether national or international, ensuring the integrity of your acquisition.
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Tradition and Authority
With decades of experience, James Lisboa is an Official Auctioneer and Judicial Expert, providing legal security and credibility to every transaction performed on our platform.
Ways to Participate
Online Auction
Participate from anywhere in the world through our digital platform. In the online auction, you have the freedom to set automatic bids, where our system takes care of everything for you, ensuring you remain in the lead up to the maximum limit established. Additionally, you receive real-time notifications about the lot status, allowing strategic management of your collection without the need for constant monitoring, combining convenience and cutting-edge technology.
Live Auction
Feel all the vibration and energy of a traditional auction in your own home. Through our live transmission, you follow auctioneer James Lisboa in real-time, hearing every hammer blow and following the bidding step-by-step. Our optimized interface allows you to interact instantly, sending your bids with a click and competing on equal terms with the participants present, ensuring an immersive and transparent experience.
Absentee Bid
If you cannot follow the auction at the scheduled time, the Absentee Bid is the ideal solution. You inform us of the maximum value you are willing to pay for a work of art, and our team will act as your representative. We will execute bids on your behalf strategically, seeking to win the lot for the lowest possible value, always respecting your limit. It is a safe and professional way to ensure you don't miss the opportunity to acquire an important piece even with a busy schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I register?
The registration process is designed to be simple, fast, and above all, secure. By clicking the 'Create my account' button, you will be directed to a form where we will request basic information to ensure the integrity of transactions. After filling it out, our team performs a brief security validation. Once your account is approved, you will receive a confirmation email and will have full access to all our catalogs, bidding history, and will be enabled to participate in any active auction on the platform in a few minutes.
What are the auction fees?
At James Lisboa Art Auction, we value absolute clarity in all financial transactions. The final winning bid amount consists of the hammer price (the winning bid) plus a fixed 5% commission for the auctioneer, known internationally as Buyer's Premium. This is the only mandatory fee on the purchase. Any special packaging and shipping costs are calculated separately based on the dimensions of the artwork and the destination, and our logistics team will provide detailed quotes for your approval before shipping.
Do the artworks have a guarantee?
Authenticity is the cornerstone of our auction house. All artworks sold go through a rigorous curatorial and technical examination process. When acquiring a work with us, you receive our technical sheet signed by James Lisboa. This documentation ensures its legitimate provenance and analyzed condition, adding security and value appreciation to your collection in the long term.
Do you ship to other states?
We have a logistics network specialized in art that serves the entire national territory and performs exports to the world's main art centers. We understand the delicate nature of each piece, so we coordinate all packaging creation until delivery to the carrier with full tracking. Whether sending a print to the interior of Brazil or a monumental sculpture abroad, our team manages every detail of handling and transport to ensure your new acquisition arrives in perfect condition.