Our Decorative Arts & Objects department presents a dynamic and comprehensive auction program, offering a wide range of sales that cater to collectors, decorators, and enthusiasts alike. Anchoring the calendar is our monthly Fine Decorative Arts auction, held on the last Thursday of each month. This curated sale showcases higher-value and exceptional pieces, carefully selected for their quality, craftsmanship, and appeal.
Complementing this are our weekly Decorative Arts & Objects and Books, Bric-a-Brac & Miscellany auctions, also held every Thursday. These sales feature an extensive mix of items, from ceramics, glass, and collectibles through to books, curiosities, and everyday decorative pieces. With new consignments arriving regularly, each week offers new opportunities to discover unique finds across a broad price range.
In addition to our scheduled auctions, the department specialises in managing single vendor collections. For clients with substantial or carefully assembled collections, we can design and deliver a dedicated sale that presents the collection cohesively, maximising exposure and buyer engagement. Whether selling individual items or an entire collection, our team provides tailored advice and end-to-end support to achieve the best possible outcome.
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Decorative Arts & Objects
Lawsons presents a monthly Fine Decorative Arts auction, showcasing exceptional pieces from Australian, European, and Asian origins. Carefully curated for discerning collectors, this sale highlights quality, craftsmanship, and rarity. The auction concludes on the last Thursday of each month at 1:00pm. The online catalogue is released the preceding Friday, with viewing available on the day of the sale or by appointment.
Our weekly Decorative Arts & Objects online auction complements this offering with a broad and varied selection of decorative pieces, objects, and collectibles to suit a range of tastes and budgets. The catalogue is published every Friday afternoon, with bidding remaining open throughout the week until the auction closes the following Thursday at 1:00pm. Buyers are invited to attend in-person viewing each Thursday from 8:00am, providing the opportunity to inspect items firsthand before placing bids.
Books, Bric-a-Brac & Miscellany
Our weekly Books, Bric-a-Brac & Miscellany auction opens with a comprehensive catalogue featuring a wide range of books and ephemera, including early maps, manuscripts, photographs, and stamps. This diverse sale also includes bric-a-brac, miscellaneous objects, hi-fi and sound equipment, records, group lots, and more, offering something for collectors and bargain hunters alike.
The online catalogue is published every Wednesday afternoon, with bidding open until the auction concludes the following Thursday at 2:00pm. All items are available for in-person inspection on Thursdays from 8:00am, allowing buyers to view lots prior to placing their bids.
Single Vendor Collections
Our Decorative Arts & Objects department is highly experienced in managing single vendor collections, offering a tailored approach to presenting and maximising the value of individual collections. Our team of specialists brings expertise across a broad range of categories, including Coins & Stamps, Art Glass & Ceramics, Asian Antiques, Cultural and Historical Artefacts, Musical Instruments, Sporting Memorabilia, and more.
If you are considering selling, whether a focused collection or a diverse grouping, our knowledgeable staff are on hand to provide expert advice and guide you through the process, ensuring a considered and effective sale.
