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Welcome to our FAQ’s
section. Please find below details regarding our business services.
Should you have inquiries that are more specific please contact us
directly.
Can I contact a specialist via www.walkersauctions.com?
Yes, you can.
Visit our Contact page, where you will find telephone information, both local and
toll-free, facsimile, and e-mail information.
What do Walker’s sell?
Walker’s
hold many sales throughout the year,
each covering a wide range of items including 18th and 19th century
European paintings & historical, Impressionist, and modern Canadian Art.
Fine Continental and American furnishings, as well as silver and
porcelain, are also sold. In addition to these fine art categories
Walker’s also provides a wide range of services including the sale of
general household goods.
How can I order an illustrated
Auction Catalogue?
Twice annually Walker’s hold Fine Art & Antique
Auctions in Ottawa, Canada’s National capital. Printed colour catalogues
are available for both these auctions, copies can be obtained by contacting us
directly or by e-mailing your request to us. In addition we post the
catalogue online at this site and
www.icollector.com approximately two weeks prior
to auction.
When is Walker’s next
auction?
Dates for our upcoming auctions are available in the
Announcements
area of our Home page, additional information as to upcoming Estate or Catalogued Auctions
is usually posted on our Home page as well. For further information,
please
feel free to use our contact information. Our toll-free number is
1-866-224-5814.
I have an item of value, but I am
not sure what it is worth?
Walker’s will be happy to provide you with
any and all information available regarding your property. Please contact
us directly to make arrangements for an appointment or to inquire about our
valuations’ services.
I do not reside in the Ottawa area, how do
I make arrangements to meet a Walker’s representative?
Walker’s
regularly travel across Canada assessing items for inclusion in future
Fine Art & Estate Auctions. Please use our contact information to
arrange for a confidential appointment.
Where is
the nearest Walker's Fine Art & Estate
Auctioneers' office?
Walker's has contacts in major cities
throughout Canada and greater North America. If you are seeking general
information about a specific contact, please contact us
directly.
Where is the nearest Auction salesroom?
Walker's principal selling center is
located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. To find out about the next sale
nearest you, contact us directly.
What is the
"Picture of the Week" feature on the front page?
Walker's preview important fine art and rare decorative arts in this
section of their website. During each week leading to the next Semi-Annual
Fine Art Auction a newly consigned object is featured on our home page for
your consideration.
D irections
to Tudor Hall
How can I find out the selling price of a
particular lot, following an auction?
We will post result sheets for our
semi-annual Catalogue auctions in electronic format on this site. You can
download a free Adobe Acrobat Reader, which will give you easy access to
the results.
Is it possible to find out who
bought an item that interests me?
Walker's Fine Art & Estate Auctioneers have a
strict privacy policy protecting names of buyers or sellers. There are
exceptions, and with mutual consent we will facilitate exchanging such
information.
How do I navigate
walkersauctions.com?
The best way to use
the site is by clicking on the "links" at the top and left side of your
browser window.
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ABSENTEE BIDDING
Online Absentee Bid Form PDF
Absentee Bid Form |
| How much should I bid? |
That's entirely up to you, but as a standard rule, you should indicate the
largest amount that you are willing to pay. Keep in mind, if you're
placing bids for more than one item, you could be the winning bidder
for all of them, therefore, Walker's cautions you not to surpass the overall
total that you're willing to pay, or be sure to give instructions - example
"If I get this, don't bid on lot #XXX". Our staff will attempt to
execute your bid at the lowest amount possible, as determined by the reserve
and/or competing bids for that lot. Please bear in mind that in
addition to the successful bid amount, the buyer is required to pay a
buyer's premium and applicable sales taxes. Shipping costs will also
be the buyer's responsibility.
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| Can I bid any amount? |
Yes, but Walker's may contact you for clarification purposes. In
deciding how much to bid, please keep in mind that some property is subject to a
reserve (minimum). If the reserve is not met, the auctioneer reserves the
right to "pass" on the item.
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| Can I change or cancel a bid? |
Walker's requires a minimum notice of twenty-four (24) hours before the sale,
and Walker's must confirm that such notification has been received on time.
Notification can be provided by telephone, facsimile, email or in person.
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| How will Walker's notify me after the auction? |
Walker's will contact all successful bidders as soon as possible, which is
normally the next business day. However, due to the hectic nature of the
sales, a longer period of time may be necessary to notify winning bidders.
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TELEPHONE BIDDING
Online Telephone Bid Form
PDF
Telephone Bid Form |
| Is there a charge for telephone
bidding? |
Walker's does not charge a fee for bidding
services, however, long distance phone charges may be applied to your
invoice.
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| What is an "Emergency Back-Up" bid? |
Walker's cannot accept any liability for a failure
to reach you - due to telephone difficulties or unforeseen circumstances.
You may wish to consider an "Emergency Back-Up" bid which is a pre-arranged
bid amount that a Walker's representative may execute on your behalf in the
event that you cannot be reached by telephone when your item comes up for
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