Who are we and what are our activities?
Germann Auctions, founded in 1972 has achieved an international, highly appreciated reputation among collectors and connoisseurs from all over the world. Modern and Contemporary Art paintings, watercolors, drawings, sculptures, international prints and multiples, poster as well as photographs are our most important business segments in which we have achieved continuing success.
At least two auctions are conducted annually in our premises at Germann Auctions. Significant works of art of important artists have been auctioned through us and found satisfied and proud new owners, enhanced collections and institutions. We are delighted about this success and very proud!
The relevance of Germann Auctions is the engagement in art auctions of highest and remarkable quality, especially in Modern and Contemporary Art. Our strength is the experience over the last decades with close relationship to important art collectors and connoisseurs, museums, art dealers and experts - national and international. Based on this, we have not only kept the importance on the market of Germann Auctions but constantly increased the importance and significance. The results at the auctions and the trust of our satisfied, prestigious and loyal clientele are the proof.
Our longstanding experienced staff members guarantee a very personal relationship with our clients who can rely on high competence and professional expertise. Background and value of each artwork are of prime importance when selling or buying successfully at auctions. We are convinced that our personal contacts and the individual consulting based on quality, trust, respect and know-how are the key factors to our success – no matter if you want to sell or buy art.
Everybody is invited to sell or buy art and to participate in our auctions. Depending on our clients' request and ideas our experts appraise the works, if necessary in consultation with international art experts specialized in the objects in question. We value and describe the objects in accordance with the international market standards. The emphasis is on appraisal and clarification of authenticity, clarification of provenance and market analysis for significant art of objects. We are happy to accept entire collections, significant collection groups or individual works of art for sale by auction. A science based, methodological approach to the arts is of particular importance to us. And so is absolute confidentiality. We are pleased accepting your consignments anytime.
Richly illustrated and research based, carefully investigated catalogs are printed in large numbers and distributed to existing and prestigious customers all over the world. You are most welcome to order your own copy! All auction lots are also posted on the internet approximately 4 weeks prior to the auctions take place and together with the full content of text accessible to a broad clientele around the globe.
With our commitment to the arts and the art market we enjoy continuous highlights during the efficient organized auctions. The composition of art works is always very impressive and each auction unique. Before the auctions all objects are exhibited at our premises for inspection during five days – always an unprecedented and spectacular composition! These exhibitions are free and open to the public.
Collectors, connoisseurs, art dealers and museum representatives from around the world are exited to see the achieved wide collection from international, well known artists and it has attracted many new prospective clients even on smaller budgets. Many significant works of art acquired at our captivating auctions are the new owners' pride and are bringing delight, enthusiasm and are stimulating both the intellect and the senses and are enriching many private and public art collections.
We are pleased to share our passion for the art with you!
Are you interested in our auctions? Please do not hesitate to order our free "Newsletter" giving you all relevant information on forthcoming auctions and other activities.
GERMANN AUCTION HOUSE Ltd. - YOUR PARTNER CONCERNING FINE ARTS!
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