Eclectic Museum Liquidation Auction

Rules, Terms and Conditions

All bidders should read the Terms and Conditions of the Sale before bidding with Preston Opportunities Auctions. To bid in our sale is to enter into a contract bound by the Terms and Conditions of the Sale. These Terms and Conditions are subject to change by verbal announcement on sale day or by posted notice. They bind the successful bidder (purchaser), Preston Opportunities and the seller (consignor).

Terms of Sale

To bid on a lot offered by Preston Opportunities LLC is to accept the following Terms of Sale. Whether or not you have read or understand any of the said terms, participation in the auction binds you to an agreement with these terms.

Condition of Items

Despite the efforts of Preston Opportunities LLC to accurately describe each item, these items are for sale "as is". It is the bidder's responsibility (present or absentee) to directly examine and appraise the item condition. Preston Opportunities is not responsible for typographical errors. Neither we nor the consignor, make any guarantees, warranties, or representation expressed, or implied, related to the property, the correctness of the catalogue or other description of the authenticity of authorship, physical condition, size, quality, rarity, importance, provenance, exhibition, literature or historic relevance of the property or otherwise. No statement anywhere whether oral or written, shall be deemed such a guarantee, warranty or representation. It is the responsibility of potential buyer to inspect the property before bidding to determine its condition, size and whether or not it has been restored. So too, the bidder is responsible for making contact with Preston Opportunities to uncover any information that might reveal more about the item(s).
Due to the age of the items we specialize in, all items are sold for the purposes of display, not functionality. If electrical, mechanical, or other working parts are found dysfunctional, (even if working at the time of sale) we are not liable.
Questions pertaining to upcoming auction items should be submitted at least 48 hours before the sale. We make every effort to answer all questions as quickly as we can, but we cannot promise that questions submitted 48-hours before the sale will be answered before the sale. Neither we, nor the consignor make any guarantee as to whether the purchaser can successfully acquire any reproduction rights in the property. Returns are not accepted under any circumstances. All items will be available for preview.

Rights and Responsibilities

The auctioneer reserves the right to determine the highest bidder and to reopen the bidding of a disputed lot. When the auctioneer closes each lot, the ownership is passed to the winning bidder who then assumes all risk and full responsibility. It is recommended that you take out insurance for your items immediately after winning them. Preston Opportunities is not responsible for any bid errors or omissions. Also, we shall have no liability to any bidder for any technical or other failure associated with the internet, absentee bidding, or telephone bidding.

ONLINE BIDDING

Online bidding Live Auctioneers may be available; all Terms and Conditions apply. Refer to your bidding platform of choice to see how added surcharges associated with these platforms affect your final buyer's premium. The auctioneer has the final word on all item(s) sold. Bid is subject to approval by cosigner Online bidders are held responsible for accidental bidding.

Buyer releases Preston Opportunities from any and all claims for loss or damage to any item during transit and agrees to pay all costs of defense, including attorney fees, for any claims brought against Preston Opportunities for loss or damage occurring in transit.