Japonesque Maple and Bird's Eye Maple Faux Bamboo Bedroom Suite Attributed to Herter with Inset Panels by Gueret Freres. Michaan's Auctions is a leading, full service auction house on the West Coast specializing in the appraisal and sale of antiques and fine art. Michaan's specialty departments include Asian Art, Coins, Stamps, Ephemera, Fine Art, Furniture & Decorative Arts and Jewelry & Timepieces.
Michaan's Auctions offers complimentary walk-throughs at people's homes where there are twenty or more items. These estimates are verbal estimates our appraisers feel the items in question will sell for at auction. There is no obligation to consign the property and no fee for this service. On the first and third Wednesdays of every month, Michaan's offers the public free, informal appraisals of up to five pieces of property per person per visit.
Michaan's Auctions offers complimentary walk-throughs at people's homes where there are twenty or more items. These estimates are verbal estimates our appraisers feel the items in question will sell for at auction. There is no obligation to consign the property and no fee for this service. On the first and third Wednesdays of every month, Michaan's offers the public free, informal appraisals of up to five pieces of property per person per visit.
Services
Michaan's Auctions offers a unique and exciting way to add heirlooms to your collection. Our experienced staff is available to walk you through the auction process and all of our auctions are free and open to the public. We offer two tiers of auctions that encompass a wide variety of property, from vintage baseball cards to Old Master Paintings.
Michaan's is delighted to offer live internet bidding through Michaan's Live! and through LiveAuctioneers. Wherever you are and wherever the auction is taking place, our online bidding platforms allow you to bid on your computer, iPad or smart phone. Bids are received in real time and you are competing with bidders in the auction salesroom.
Accepted forms of payment include cash, check, money order, Visa, Mastercard, Discover or wire transfer. Michaan's Auctions reserves the right to hold merchandise purchased by personal check until the check has cleared. International credit cards will not be accepted. Please note: Buyers have seven business days to pay for and pick up purchased property.
By registering to bid at auction, in person, or through an agent, by absentee bid, or telephone or any other means including the Internet and e-mail, you agree to be bound by these Conditions of Sale (and changes made as noted below.)
All property and every lot for sale in our catalogue is offered subject to the following terms and conditions, along with any changes that may be published or announced prior to or during a sale by Michaan's Auctions (MA).Unless otherwise indicated in the catalogue or at time of sale, MA acts at all times solely as the agent for the seller.
All property and every lot for sale in our catalogue is offered subject to the following terms and conditions, along with any changes that may be published or announced prior to or during a sale by Michaan's Auctions (MA).Unless otherwise indicated in the catalogue or at time of sale, MA acts at all times solely as the agent for the seller.
Buyers assume full responsibility for the packing and shipping of lots won at auction. In the interest of our clients, Michaan's Auctions requires a written authorization from the buyer in order to release property to anyone other than the purchaser of record. We require a written authorization from the client to release property to any third party.
Reviews (25)
Georges Ledmaunt
Jan 04, 2022
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A five star auction house. has THE best things, and even though it’s an auction, and you can win or lose, the prices are great. the premium is hefty but still worth it. customer service is great, and if you buy something big they will help you move it. i’ve bought countless things from this auction, and I plan on still doing so.
San Francisco
Dec 31, 2021
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Michaans is the place to go. Their Annex, and gallery have very high end things, beautiful antiques, and sometimes great prices. Have bought many items from here, all very high end pieces, and i’ve never been disappointed with price, or the item! Customer service is mediocre, but making an appointment is easy, and the caller is very kind. Most of the bad reviews are little things that can go wrong anywhere. It’s always worth a try
Stephen H.
Dec 18, 2021
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Rashid Wiar
Nov 14, 2021
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G. B.
Sep 02, 2021
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I had a terrible experience trying to have coins appraised as well as an official ML baseball signed by a hall of fame home-run king. The coin appraiser was rude, brusque and did not even try to look at the coins. He said he needed a microscope. Why didn't he have one available? In the end I was more of an expert than he. I waited an hour and half for the baseball appraiser to show up. When he did he told me all about the player but said he did not know what his signature looked like. Why not? Shouldn't an appraiser have resources? This is a business apparently filled with amateurs.
Aldea M.
Aug 24, 2021
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This company has a great buying experience with a really sleek app and cool bidding interface. However, after making a purchase you are in for a few unpleasant surprises. First of all, you can only pick items up on weekdays between 9 and 4:30 so anyone with a job needs to take time off work in order to purchase which is a real hardship for their customers. Secondly, there is a 23% buyers premium that is explained somewhere in the fine print on the app that you will be surprised with upon pickup unless you have methodically combed through the terms and conditions. Thirdly many photos on the app
Manny Garcia
Jun 02, 2021
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Amanda S.
May 05, 2021
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We were totally and pleasantly surprised when we attended Michaans drop in appraisal event. The receptionist was efficient, courteous and went out of her way to provide chairs for people waiting. The experts we talked to - Annie Zeng and Paul Novak - were both informative and very respectful of the items we brought in. We'd definitely recommend their appraisal service to anyone curious about the origins and potential value of a treasured item.
Sherry W.
Jan 16, 2021
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This review is for the excellent experience I had with Ms. Elise Coronado and her assistant Meredith in the jewelry department. I emailed Ms. Coronado re several jewelry items, and she responded promptly and set up an in person evaluation (following all COVID safety precautions). Elise was very generous with her time, and it was quite a treat listening to her give thoughtful explanations and extensive knowledge re the history behind certain gems, etc, etc, even though my items were by far "small change" and not high value items. She gave me estimates on the spot which seemed reasonable
Dot Stock
Sep 20, 2020
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Appalling!!!
I was hospitalized with Covid 19 and this auction house filed a dispute on my Live Auctioneers acct. When I was released from the hospital, I contacted them and tried to pay for the items, My invoice was less than 30 days past due. They said I could no longer buy the items and they would not take the dispute off my account. What in the world is wrong with these people???? Their other bad reviews speak volumes. Clars auction house would never do such a thing!!!
I was hospitalized with Covid 19 and this auction house filed a dispute on my Live Auctioneers acct. When I was released from the hospital, I contacted them and tried to pay for the items, My invoice was less than 30 days past due. They said I could no longer buy the items and they would not take the dispute off my account. What in the world is wrong with these people???? Their other bad reviews speak volumes. Clars auction house would never do such a thing!!!
Wei H.
Jul 28, 2020
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Brian S.
Jul 24, 2020
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Posting a follow up to my previous review. A different representative from Michaan's (T.E.) reached out to help remedy the situation. She was awesome and exactly the type of person one would want to speak with when trying to address a problem. Long story short, they ultimately made the situation right by me and for that I am grateful. After speaking with her, I am left with a much more positive feeling about the company and would 100% consider dealing with them in the future. I just wish I didn't have to go through this experience in the first place. It could have been so easily avoided
Michael C.
Jul 23, 2020
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Their business model has changed due to our current world situation, but their service continues to be outstanding. In particular I need to mention their staff. The hiring manager has done a great job with the current team. In the office that's are two fantastic ladies. Tammy who has alwAys been helpful, knowledgeable and cool. Now Regan who has just the right disposition and attitude for a service position with face to face interaction. She is a gem!
In the warehouse I need to acknowledge Desmond who is outstanding as well. Always helpful and always on point.
I appreciate your efforts
In the warehouse I need to acknowledge Desmond who is outstanding as well. Always helpful and always on point.
I appreciate your efforts
Katerina Zh
Jun 11, 2020
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Brought them some high quality gem jewelry for selling, The price I told them is the lowest price I can accept, but they sold them in just half price which is incredible low price on April 11th. A 10ct aquamarine with 14K white gold pendant is sold for $275, blue sapphire 18k yellow gold ring with diamonds $300, Pink sapphire 18K yellow gold ring sold for $500, each item with GIA certificate, these money can even buy the gemstone!
I try to contact them, they don’t wanna answer, anyone who bought my item, just let me know.
I try to contact them, they don’t wanna answer, anyone who bought my item, just let me know.
East West
Dec 29, 2019
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Decent inventory. Yet, every single item (40-50 of them, across 5-7 auctions over several years) that I won when leaving absentee bids, I got at my maximum bids. While theoretically it can happen, but not in 100% of cases. For comparison, at auctions where there is integrity to their processes (e.g. Clars), I would get 50-60% of items below my maximum bids. My 5 cents.
Andrew Victor
Nov 10, 2019
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Michaan's sale in October 2018 was my first auction eand a real learning experience. We offered ancient Asian items I inherited 35 years earlier that had come into my family over 70 years ago. The only thing that seemed strange was that one item sold for 50 times the Michaan estimate. Of course I was delighted. Because of that I now realize that selling at auction can be like gambling. If you are lucky enough for your sale to have more than one buyer who knows the value of an item you may come out a winner, but clearly both seller and buyer should go into an auction with some knowledge of the market
Justin I.
Oct 09, 2019
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People are people. And at Michaan's, appraisers are no different. You will meet with all kinds of appraisers, ones that are kind, friendly, polite, informative, and knowledgeable of history in one capacity or another. Appraisers that should keep in mind should you need their assistance again, because many are not just Michaan's appraisers, but are learn-ed individuals with a breadth of history and details that when you hear them talk it's like if someone was reading from a great book to you, and many of these appraisers move on to bigger and better things and aren't there for
Michael C.
Aug 15, 2019
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Ginger R.
Jul 14, 2019
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Dionne C.
Feb 14, 2019
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I have attended two live auctions and two gallery previews through MIchaan's and have enjoyed the experiences as well as obtained a few new items for my business. Michaan's is clear and upfront about the auction "details" so there are no surprises about fees and payment.
My first experience with Michaan's was the Playland Not At The Beach auction which was fun. When the pickup day came around Michaan's staff was front and center to ensure that everything was smooth for the buyers. I want to give a special "Thank You" to Tammy Toban who is always so informative
My first experience with Michaan's was the Playland Not At The Beach auction which was fun. When the pickup day came around Michaan's staff was front and center to ensure that everything was smooth for the buyers. I want to give a special "Thank You" to Tammy Toban who is always so informative
Chris D.
Jun 25, 2018
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Great customer service..overwhelmed at trying to sell items from an estate. When transporting a diningroom set to the Auction house, we tied it down improperly. The man receiving the goods saw that the leg of the hutch now been broken. He was so good with us; calmed me down , took the hutch and said they would take care of repairing it.
They sold all the pieces at a realistic price; they were extremely efficient in getting us our payment check promptly.
Greatly appreciated the burden they took off us.
Chris D.
They sold all the pieces at a realistic price; they were extremely efficient in getting us our payment check promptly.
Greatly appreciated the burden they took off us.
Chris D.
Joshua C.
Jul 04, 2017
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I have read all of the bad & good reviews & must say I had a Five Star experience dealing with Appraiser Paul Novak, Fine Art Department member Kyrah Reddey and today Sylvia at the desk. It's an off day yet she was able to locate & return my painting. I say this even though my painting attributed to Arthur B. Carles did not sell despite being offered in two auctions. While I admit to being a small-time player in the local art market I co-owned a gallery in Abington, PA in the early 1970's, dealt with private dealers & gallery owners in Philadelphia & New York &
Jean C.
Apr 08, 2017
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Jill M.
Feb 02, 2017
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WARNING DO NOT TRUST THEM WITH ANY OF YOUR VALUABLES!!! This place is a NIGHTMARE!
I brought in a coule paintings of my mother's, who has been struggling with Alzheimer's and been needing a great deal of care. The staff here is arrogant, rude, unprofessional, and ruined one of our paintings. After repeated attempts to contact them and get an update after one of the pieces sold at auction 3 voicemails to get an update on the status went unanswered. I then made an appointment to go in person. When I got to Michaan's for my appointment with the "Fine Art Manager" Kyrah Reddy
I brought in a coule paintings of my mother's, who has been struggling with Alzheimer's and been needing a great deal of care. The staff here is arrogant, rude, unprofessional, and ruined one of our paintings. After repeated attempts to contact them and get an update after one of the pieces sold at auction 3 voicemails to get an update on the status went unanswered. I then made an appointment to go in person. When I got to Michaan's for my appointment with the "Fine Art Manager" Kyrah Reddy
Steve T.
Dec 18, 2014
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