Sell or consign antiques, art and collectibles - discreetly
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Provenance-first approach (documentation where available) -
Clear condition notes + careful handling
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HU-based, working with EU buyers and logistics options
Why sellers trust ARTISAN DESIGN
Discretion first
No public listing or exposure without agreed terms
Transparent condition
You’ll know what matters: wear, restoration, materials, and risks
Provenance-aware process
We request and share documentation where available to support buyer confidence
Careful handling
Packing guidance and logistics options where applicable
What you receive before you commit
You don’t get vague promises. You get a written plan you can accept or decline
Valuation range
Based on the details you share (photos + notes)
Recommended sale route
Direct purchase, consignment, or brokerage (explained in writing)
Expected timeline
Estimate based on category, value band, and demand
Handling plan
Pickup/packing guidance + EU logistics options where applicable
A predictable process
Response target within 1 business day. Proposal typically 48–72 hours*
Send photos + basics
Marks/signature, dimensions, condition, and any documents you have.
We review & clarify
We ask only what’s needed to estimate value and route.
You receive a proposal in writing
Route, valuation range, timeline, and next steps—no surprises.
Handling & sale
We coordinate the process and keep it discreet. Settlement follows agreed terms.
Featured Lots
A curated selection of antiques and rare objects from private collections
A silver-gilt and cloisonné enamel kovsh, Ivan Saltykov, Moscow, circa 1890
enamelled with colourful stylised foliage and birds against a stippled gilt ground, the flat surface of the handle similarly decorated, bordered with rows of turquoise beads, the rim and foot with cable border, the base with engraved inscription dated 1899, struck to base with maker's mark, 84 standard
A Russian gilt-metal and cloisonné and champlevé enamel triptych icon, late 19th to early 20th century
the central panel depicting Saints Zinaida and Eugene with parcel-gilt robes and cloisonné enamel halos below the Iverskaya Mother of God, also with cloisonné enamel halos in shades of blue, red, white and green, the side panels depicting Saints Alexander Nevsky and St Nicholas, apparently unmarked, in a wooden kiot with presentation inscription dated 1899 height and length with...
A fine silver-gilt and cloisonné enamel casket, Maria Semenova, Moscow, 1908-1917
rectangular, the lid centred with finely shaded enamel entwining dragons, their scales in graduating hues of green, on a cream ground, further surrounded by bands of scrolling roses and foliage enamelled in rose, violet and green, the sides similarly decorated, hinged latch, struck to reverse with maker's mark, 84 standard, scratched number 1108(C)? length 9.3 cm; 3 5/8 in.
Andrei Alexeevich Redkovsky 1831 - 1909
Interior of a Church signed in Cyrillic A. Redkovskii (lower left) watercolour and ink heightened with white and gold on card 59 by 40 cm, 23¼ by 15¾ in. Framed: 74 by 53.5 cm, 29¼ by 21 in.
How pricing works
You receive a written proposal with the recommended route, estimated net outcome, and handling plan before anything goes public.
What affects the final terms:
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Item category & demand Fine art, furniture, jewelry and collectibles behave differently in the market.
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Value band & sale route Direct purchase prioritizes speed; consignment prioritizes maximum price; brokerage fits rare/high-end pieces
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Documentation & provenance Clear provenance can improve buyer confidence and influence achievable price and sale speed
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Condition & restoration Condition and restoration history shape pricing and buyer expectations
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Handling & logistics needs Size, fragility and destination affect packing and shipping options
Get a written proposal in 48–72 hours
Share photos and basic details. We’ll respond with: route, valuation range, timeline, and next steps
You’ll receive:
- Valuation range (based on provided details)
- Recommended route: direct buy / consignment / brokerage
- Expected timeline + exposure level (private vs public)
- Handling plan (pickup/packing guidance + EU logistics options where applicable)
The more precise your photos and notes, the more accurate the proposal. If you prefer discretion, you can omit sensitive details at first—share only what’s needed to evaluate
What we evaluate
We carefully assess each object for authenticity, provenance, and market potential.
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Fine art
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Antique furniture
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Jewelry
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Decorative arts
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Collectibles
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Unclear ownership/provenance
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Prohibited or restricted items/materials
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Low-value bulk lots (not curated)
Common seller paths
We offer tailored selling strategies based on the nature and value of your items.
- Мaluation
- Кoute per category
- Вiscreet sale to EU buyers
- Documentation review
- Targeted outreach
- Private sale
- Sorting
- Valuation
- Direct offer for some items + consignment for others
FAQ
Everything you need to know about how we evaluate, handle, and sell your items.