Frequently Asked Questions

At Vintage Accents Auctions, you can bid on a wide range of items that cater to various interests and collectors. Our auctions typically feature:

• Fine Art: Including paintings, sculptures, and prints from various time periods and styles.

• Antiques: A broad selection of items such as furniture, decorative arts, and rare collectibles from different eras and origins.

• Collectibles: This can include coins, stamps, toys, sports memorabilia, and other niche items that attract specific collectors.

• Marine and Nautical Artifacts: Items with maritime history, including ship models, navigational instruments, and maritime paintings.

• Books and Ephemera: Rare books, manuscripts, maps, and historical documents.

• Rugs and Textiles: A selection of hand-knotted rugs and textiles from around the world.

• Silver and Glass: Fine silverware and glassware, including serving pieces, silver flatware sets, and decorative glass items.

• Asian Arts: Works including ceramics, sculptures, and paintings from various Asian cultures.

• Photography and Modern Design: Vintage and contemporary photographs, along with modern furniture and design objects.

• Pottery and Porcelain: A variety of ceramic and porcelain pieces, from everyday items to decorative and collectible works.

These auctions provide an exciting opportunity for collectors, dealers, and enthusiasts to add unique and valuable items to their collections. Each auction is unique, so it is advisable to review the specific auction catalog available prior to the event.

You can register for phone or absentee bids for all auctions! These options offer a reduced buyer’s premium of 20% compared to a 25% buyer’s premium for all online bids.

For both telephone and absentee bidding, you can complete our online Bid Form or contact Bidder Support at (207) 354-8350 to speak with a member of our team and complete the process verbally. We require your contact information and details of the lots you are interested in, specifying for each if you would like a phone bid or absentee bid.

Phone Bids: it is very important that we have the most relevant phone number to contact you at during the auction. For added peace of mind, you can provide a backup number in case we are unable to reach you for any reason.

Absentee Bids: submit the maximum hammer price you are willing to pay and indicate if you would like to place a +1. Each absentee bid must follow our pre-determined bid increments to ensure your highest bid can be executed.

A +1 is a small but strategic option that lets you extend your absentee bid by just one increment. If there’s a tie between you and another bidder, the +1 will take effect, pushing your bid an extra increment, potentially helping you become the winning bidder!

When identical absentee bids are submitted, Vintage Accents gives priority to the bid that was received first. This ensures fairness and transparency in the bidding process. If you’re concerned about competition, consider using the +1 option to increase your chances of winning.

Winning bidders are notified via email shortly after the auction ends. The notification will include details about the items won, the final bid amounts, and instructions for payment and item pickup or shipping. If you don’t receive an email, you can always check your account on our website or app for updates if you bid online.