SELLING AND BUYING WITH US
Who are we?
JP AUCTIONS MEXICO is a mexican Auction Company located at Oaxaca City, focused on works of art, antiques, memorabilia, benefit and charity auctions and private collections.
Founded in 2016, JP AUCTIONS is the culmination of Roamhy Heras several years of experience in the auction business in France and the US. After conducting countless appraisals and curating the auction sale of thousands of objects, she have gained a hands-on knowledge of the art and antiques market as well in the art of auctionning. The company is grounded in their mutual love of art and the desire to provide their clients with quality merchandise and personalized customer service.
We sell throughout the year in the following formats:
JP AUCTIONS Auctions
Our flagship “PRIVATE COLLECTIONS” sales are curated-focused and include our very best finds, curated around important single owner collections. Featuring over 1000 lots per year, our auctions are conducted in person in different locations around the country and throughout the year. Buyers can bid in person at the live auction conducted in our showrooms, through phone/absentee bidding, online via our bidding platform www.jpauctions.com, or on a variety of third-party internet platforms that offer real-time simulcast participation (such as Bidspirit for our EU bidders).
Our sales offer are eclectic assortment of art and furnishings from the same great estates featured in our Select Auctions, at lower starting prices and offered with no reserves. These are true, old fashioned discovery auctions, where buyers can expect great values, unusual objects, and the occasional overlooked treasure. Sales are conducted online-only, through the same bidding platforms we use for our “Select” auctions, with on-site preview by appointment only. We hold about 9 ABC sales per year including a few specialty-themed auctions.
How do I register and bid?
To bid online through our website or app you need to set up an account in our system. After that, simply log in to register for any upcoming auctions and start bidding. Participating directly through our system can save you 3% on buyers commission if payment is made by a wire transfer directly to JP AUCTIONS Click here to register and start bidding: www.jpauctionsmexico.com
How do I organize a telephone bid?
We offer telephone bidding for our auctions. To schedule your phone bids, you must first register for the sale – click here to register and obtain a paddle number: www.jpauctionsmexico.com Now, paddle number obtained, please complete and submit the telephone bidding form, making sure to include the lot number(s) you wish to bid on and a brief description of the item(s) – click here to organize your phone bid(s): TELEPHONE BID FORM. Keep in mind that it takes us time to arrange all of the phone bids and bids submitted at the last minute may not be accommodated.
What are your Terms & Conditions?
You may be asking yourself, “What am I getting myself into here?” It’s a bit of a snooze-fest but it’s important to know exactly what you’re agreeing to when bidding with us. Click here to read the TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE
How can I preview items?
Online Catalog
We publish an online catalog for every auction, available for review approximately two weeks before the sale date. Auction catalogs will provide everything you’ll need to be a happy, well-informed bidder with detailed descriptions, condition statements, and multiple high quality images detailing each lot offered for sale. Our auction catalogs are posted on all the major bidding platforms such as BidSquare, and on our personal website : www.jpauctionsmexico.com. We also offer “live” preview via Zoom by appointment – just email or call to schedule.
Condition Reports
Every lot offered in our auctions has been carefully examined for condition. All lot descriptions in our auction catalogs contain a detailed Condition Report. Please remember, although we do our best to note and photograph every explicit condition issue, assessing condition is often subjective. While some may prize the evidence of age and use objects obtain over time, and pay a premium for “patina,” others just see dirt, distress and a restoration project. Please make sure you are comfortable with the condition before you bid. Feel free to contact us for additional photos or to answer specific questions or concerns. If possible, attend our preview and see the item in person. All items are sold as-is, so it’s important to determine you are comfortable with an items condition before you bid.
Auction Previews
Select auctions typically run Thursday through Saturday. We begin our showroom preview 2 days before the sale and items can be viewed up until they are sold. Due to the nature of our online sales, preview is also available by appointment. Please bid accordingly and be prepared for some great deals !
When will my lot come up?
We generally sell about 60-70 lots per hour. You’ll have to do your own math.
What about shipping?
We recommend that all potential buyers obtain pack/ship estimates prior to bidding. JP AUCTIONS does not provide shipping, however we would be glad to assist you with quotations from National and International Shipping Companies You may, of course, use any shipper you choose
What are your property pick-up/storage policies?
Though we do not ship to winning bidders ourselves, we are here to help make the pick-up/shipping process as easy and hassle-free as possible. Winning bidders must either organize collection of their purchase(s) directly with a pack/ship professional of their choice or pickup their purchase(s) in person. If you plan to pick up your purchase in person at our auction gallery, it is important to call us in advance to make an appointment.
Collection of purchases must be made within ten (10) business days following the auction event. After that period, each lot not removed from our premises will be subject to a one-time $100 mexican pesos daily storage charge, regardless of lot size or value. After sixty (60) days post-sale, unclaimed lots will be considered abandoned and title of ownership will pass to JP AUCTIONS.
If you are having any trouble organizing pickup or delivery please let us know — we are happy to facilitate arrangements and help in any way we can.
How much is the buyer’s premium?
The buyer’s premium for each lot purchased is twenty percent (20% ) vat included.
All payments are due upon receipt of your invoice. We accept cash, credit cards and wire transfers
Did we mention there is a JP AUCTIONS app?
Browse and bid on our auctions from anywhere. Place bids ahead of time and let the system take care of the rest or join the fray and bid live, in real time during the auction. Download our free app! Available on App Store & Google Play