Auction Consignment Services
Trusted Estate, Collection & Single-Item Auction Solutions
Crafted Auctions offers professional auction consignment services designed for estates, collectors, families, institutions, and individuals seeking expert representation and maximum market exposure. We specialize in pottery, art glass, fine art, decorative arts, and high-quality collectibles—combining deep subject-matter expertise with modern online auction marketing to reach a worldwide audience of buyers.
Whether you are settling an estate, downsizing a lifelong collection, or consigning a single exceptional piece, our team manages every step of the process with transparency, care, and a results-driven approach.
Estate Consignments
Estate situations often involve complex decisions, tight timelines, and emotional considerations. We work closely with families, estate representatives, executors, attorneys, and trust managers to provide a smooth and professional auction experience from start to finish.
Our estate consignment services include:
- Thoughtful consultation and planning
- Market-based valuation of pottery, artwork, collectibles, and personal property
- Professional cataloging and photography
- Strategic auction placement and marketing
- Complete auction management and settlement
By handling the entire process in-house, we help reduce stress while ensuring estate assets are presented to the strongest possible buyer audience. Our goal is to maximize realized value while simplifying estate transitions.
Single-Item & Whole-Collection Consignments
No consignment is too large—or too small.
We regularly work with consignors offering:
- A single rare or high-value item
- A focused specialty collection
- Disclosure of chips, cracks, polishing, or restoration
- A complete multi-generational estate or lifetime accumulation
From museum-quality art pottery and studio ceramics to decorative arts, fine art, and curated collectibles, every item receives the same level of attention and professionalism. Each consignment is evaluated individually to determine the most effective auction strategy, ensuring your property is positioned for optimal results.
What Types of Art Glass We Accept
Crafted Auctions consigns a wide range of art glass, from late-19th-century American studios to mid-century and modern production.
Quality, originality, and condition matter more than strict name recognition, and many studio glass pieces perform exceptionally well at auction.
American Art Glass
We regularly handle works by respected American makers such as Tiffany Studios, Steuben Glass, Quezal, Durand, Fenton, and Blenko, among others.
Examples include:
- Iridescent and Favrile glass
- Early studio and experimental works
- Decorative vases, bowls, and objects
- Sculptural and display glass
European Art Glass
European glass plays a vital role in the art glass market, particularly from the Art Nouveau and early modern periods. We commonly work with glass by makers such as Loetz and Lalique, as well as other continental studios.
European art glass often appeals to collectors for:
- Innovative surface treatments
- Organic and sculptural forms
- Historical importance
- Strong international demand
Studio, Mid-Century & Modern Glass
We also consign:
- Mid-century studio glass
- Modern and contemporary art glass
- Sculptural glass objects
- Signed and unsigned studio works
Expert Valuation & Item Review
Every item submitted to Crafted Auctions undergoes a careful expert review and valuation process. Our team brings decades of hands-on experience in:
- American and European art pottery
- Studio ceramics and modern design
- Art Deco and Machine-Age decorative arts
- Fine art, sculpture, and prints
- Collectible décor and specialty objects
We analyze condition, rarity, provenance, and current market demand to establish realistic estimates and auction placement. This informed approach builds bidder confidence and helps consignors achieve strong hammer prices.
Nationwide Consignor Support
Crafted Auctions works with consignors across the United States, not just locally. Our nationwide consignment services include:
- Remote evaluations using photos and video
- Shipping coordination and packing guidance
- Door-to-door logistics for qualified consignments
- Clear communication throughout the process
Whether your collection is located nearby or across the country, we make consigning straightforward and secure. Our team is experienced in handling fragile, valuable, and historically important objects with the care they deserve.
Our Art Glass Consignment Process
Selling art glass through Crafted Auctions is guided and transparent.
1
Initial Evaluation
Submit photos and basic details for review.
2
Consignment Discussion
We review auction suitability, commission, and timing.
3
Cataloging & Photography
Each piece is professionally photographed and described.
4
Auction Placement
Your glass is placed in a curated auction targeting relevant buyers.
5
Settlement
After the auction closes and payment clears, proceeds are issued per agreed terms.
Auction Photography & Cataloging
Presentation is critical to auction success. Every consigned item is professionally prepared for our online catalogs through:
- High-quality photography that highlights form, color, and detail
- Thorough research and accurate descriptionss
- Clear condition reporting
- Consistent, collector-focused catalog formatting
Our catalogs are designed to inspire confidence among serious bidders while making items easy to discover, understand, and bid on—resulting in higher engagement and stronger outcomes.
Online Auctions with Global Reach
All consignments are marketed through professionally curated online auctions, giving your items exposure to collectors and buyers worldwide. Our marketing strategy includes:
- Online bidding platforms with international reach
- Targeted email campaigns
- Search-optimized catalog listings
- Social and collector-focused promotion
This global visibility often drives competitive bidding well beyond what traditional local estate sales can achieve—especially for rare, collectible, or design-driven items.
In-House Shipping & Logistics
To further simplify the process for consignors and buyers, Crafted Auctions offers in-house packing and shipping on most items. This allows for:
- Consistent handling standards
- Reduced risk for fragile objects
- Faster post-sale fulfillment
- A better overall buyer experience
Our integrated logistics approach helps attract more bidders by removing uncertainty and improving convenience.
A Seller-First, Transparent Process
We believe successful auction relationships are built on trust and clarity. When you consign with Crafted Auctions, you can expect:
- Clear commission structures
- Honest guidance and realistic expectations
- Timely communication and updates
- Prompt post-auction settlement
From initial inquiry to final payment, we are committed to professionalism, integrity, and results.
Why Choose Crafted Auctions?
- Specialized expertise in pottery, art glass, fine art, and decorative arts
- Nationwide consignment services with personal attention
- Professional photography, research, and cataloging
- Global online auction exposure
- End-to-end management with no handoffs
Whether you are managing an estate, refining a collection, or selling a single important piece, Crafted Auctions provides a refined, effective auction consignment experience tailored to today’s collector market.
Start Your Consignment
If you’re considering selling through auction, our team is ready to help. We offer confidential consultations and honest assessments to determine if auction consignment is the right fit for your items.
