Conditions of sale

The lots listed in this catalog will be offered by Deker Auctions LLC as owner or as agent for consignor(s) subject to the following terms and conditions.

1. All property is sold as is, where is and without recourse, and neither the consignor(s) nor Deker Auction make any representations or warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to size, count, weight, style, authenticity, period material, or manufacturer copyright or reproduction right or any other warranty except as specified below on any lot sold. All measurements and weights are approximate.  All glassware is sold as is; we cannot check every piece for chips. Deker Auctions is not responsible for damage of glass covering paintings, drawings, and other works of Art, or frames, regardless of cause. Deker Auctions will not guarantee the authenticity of any signature unless so stated at the time of auction. We will only guarantee the medium in which the particular work is executed. We are not responsible for typographical errors. In the event Deker Auctions guarantees authenticity (stated at time of auction): Buyer must notify Deker Auctions within seven (7) calendar days of receiving any information which causes the buyer to question the authorship, and such notice shall be given no later than thirty (30) calendar days from date lot was delivered to buyer/authorized representative.

2. The catalog listings are meant as a descriptive guide only.  Buyers are encouraged to contact us and ask for more photos / videos before the auction.

3. Deker Auctions reserves the right to withdraw, combine, or divide any lot at its sole discretion prior to the commencement of bidding.

4. The purchase price payable by the buyer shall be the sum of the final bid plus a buyer’s premium of 25%.

5. Purchases are subject to 8.375% Westchester County/New York State sales tax except when a valid resale certificate has been furnished and verified valid by Deker Auctions, prior to any auction or sale.

6. A small percentage of lots may have a reserve price, which is the confidential minimum price below which such lot will not to be sold. No reserve will exceed the low estimate of the lot. Reserves are agreed upon between consignors and Deker Auctions.

7. The auctioneer may execute bids on behalf of absentee bidders and on behalf of consignors up to a reserve price.

8. Deker Auctions reserves the right to reject any bid, as well as the right to refuse to acknowledge any bidder. The highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer will be the purchaser. In the event of a dispute between bidders, the auctioneer has the final discretion to determine the successful bidder or to re-offer the lot in dispute. If any dispute arises after a sale, Deker Auctions sale record shall be conclusive.

9. No auction lot may be removed during the sale or at any time until the full purchase price has been paid. All lots must be paid and removed at the buyer’s expense within 15 business days of sale or they are subject to a storage fee of $10.00 per lot, per day. Deker Auctions reserves the right to dispose of your purchased lot if the cost of storage exceeds its sale price. If payment is not made within 15 days of sale date, Deker Auctions reserves the right to charge the Credit Card left to secure your bid, for the invoices’ total due amount. Deker Auctions will not be held responsible for loss or damage to items left on premises over 15 business days. Deker Auctions reserves the right to re-auction, without reserve, items not removed within 30 days.

10. Deker Auctions is not responsible for shipping.  All shipping is to be arranged and paid by successful bidders. Please see attached list of recommended shippers.

11. If for any reason a purchased lot cannot be delivered/picked up in the condition it was in at the time of sale, or should any purchased lot be stolen or lost prior to delivery/pick up, Deker Auctions shall not be liable for any amount in excess of that paid by the purchaser. However, we are not responsible for the acts or omissions of carriers or packers of purchased lots, whether or not recommended by us. Packing and handling of purchased lots by us is at the entire risk of the purchaser and Deker Auctions will have no liability for any loss or damage to such items.

12. Deker Auctions reserves the right to hold purchases until buyer’s check clears our bank. Returned checks are subject to a $50.00 service charge.
Acceptable forms of payment include check, money order, and  bank wire transfer. Currently, Credit card payments must be made through Liveauctioneers.

13. Deker Auctions owners or employees reserve the right to bid for their own personal purpose.