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SKINNER-one of the nation's leading auction houses for antiques and fine art.

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With galleries in Boston and Bolton, Mass., Skinner is a leading full-service auctioneer and appraiser of antiques and fine art. Skinner conducts auctions year-round in both locations. Skinner's specialty departments include American Furniture & Decorative Arts, Paintings & Prints, English & Continental Furniture & Decorations, Fine Ceramics, Jewelry, Couture, 20th Century Furniture & Decorative Arts, Fine Musical Instruments, Asian Art, Fine Judaica, Toys, Dolls & Collectibles, Science & Technology, Oriental Rugs & Carpets, American Indian & Ethnographica, and Discovery. As one of the nation's premier auction houses Skinner offers collectors the chance to bid on many rare and desirable pieces. Often, these unique items achieve world-record prices. In 1997, Skinner set a world record for a painting sold at auction, when a previously unknown Fitz Hugh Lane work was auctioned in the Boston gallery for $3.85 million.

Skinner accepts personal check, bank wire transfer, and postal money order. We DO NOT accept Western Union, Paypal, or credit cards.

Shipping of purchased property is the responsibility of the buyer. Third party shippers provide the fastest and most economical shipping services. The following shipping agents make regular trips to SKINNER's galleries: Mail Boxes Etc., mbe4021@mbemail.com or phone 617 -742 -6245, (provides services by UPS, USPS, Federal Express, DHL, etc.). The UPS Store, carlamarsh@hotmail.com or phone 978-369-5570, (provides services by UPS, USPS, Federal Express, DHL, etc.). Pakmail, store677@verizon.net or phone 978-353-1800, (provides services by UPS, USPS, Federal Express, DHL, etc.). The following shippers should be contacted for furniture or large items: Craters & Freighters, maine@cratersandfreighters.com or phone 800-335-9996, (will also ship via UPS, Federal Express, DHL). Richard Wright, Ltd. bob@richardwright.com or phone 800-247-9744. Payment for shipping must be separate from the invoice total.

All property is sold AS IS, and neither the auctioneer nor any consignor makes any warranties or representation of any kind or nature with respect to the property, and in no event shall they be responsible for the correctness, nor deemed to have made any representation or warranty, of description, genuineness, authorship, attribution, provenance, period, culture, source, origin, or condition of the property and no statement made at the sale, or in the bill of sale, or invoice or elsewhere shall be deemed such a warranty of representation or an assumption of liability.

SKINNER's offices are open Monday through Friday 9am-5pm ET, (excluding major holidays). Questions on upcoming sales can be addressed via e-mail to liveauctionsupport@skinnerinc.com or via telephone on 978-779-6241 (Bolton) or 617-350-5400 (Boston). Skinner Boston is located at 63 Park Plaza, Boston, MA 02116. Skinner Bolton is located at 357 Main Street, Bolton, MA 01740.

Please visit SKINNER's website--www.skinnerinc.com--for SKINNER's conditions of sale.

What is an estimate? This high and low estimate is printed in the auction catalogue with the object’s lot number and description. Though not a guarantee, this estimate provides the seller with an expected range of auction value and the buyer with a guideline for purchase. What is a reserve? A reserve agreement is a contract between the auction house and the seller, setting a minimum price at which an item can sell. The auctioneer will pass on the item if the lot does not meet the reserve. Can anyone participate in a SKINNER auction? There is no charge to attend the auction and everyone is welcome. Bids are accepted via telephone, via the SKINNER website, and in real-time via eBay LiveAuctions. Advance registration is required for eBay LiveAuctions. What are condition reports? If you cannot attend the preview, SKINNER staff members can answer question on the lots offered. The condition report can include details such as measurements and descriptions of damage or repairs.