What Is an Online-Only Auction?
Unlike our live auctions, there’s no auctioneer in the room or livestream. Everything takes place online, with each lot counting down to its own closing time. You can bid directly from the catalogue page, and each item clearly shows a timer so you can see exactly when it’s due to sell.
Our online-only catalogues go live at least two weeks before the sale date, giving you plenty of time to browse and place your bids in advance. You can also set maximum bids as usual – the system will then bid automatically on your behalf, only increasing your bid when needed to keep you in the lead.
By bidding early, you secure your interest straight away and make sure you don’t miss out – even if you’re not online when the lot closes. Early bidding also helps the auction run smoothly, with more realistic prices showing from the start – and if you’re outbid, we’ll let you know straight away, giving you time to decide whether to go higher before the lot is due to end.