Introduction:
In Germany, auction houses are aplenty. But which ones are the best? Here are the top 10 auction houses in Germany, based on our research
We researched all of the major auction houses in Germany and discovered that, in general, they work very well.
Our methodology is a bit different than usual. The following points are the most important (you can skip them if you don’t care):
1.The auction houses are not all created equal
2.Some auction houses have a vast number of goods to offer (eg., Alte Welt) while others only have a handful (eBay, LiveAuctioneers).
3.Different auction houses specialize in different things
4.Some auction houses concentrate on new and rare goods while others focus on used items (eBay for example is focused on second-hand goods).
5.The competition is fierce! Some auctions house does everything better than the rest of them, but some do it worse.
Ketterer Kunst: Established in 1954, Ketterer Kunst is one of the most renowned auction houses in Germany, with a focus on artworks from the classic modern period onward
The following article is about a couple of auktionshäuser in Germany. They are all important for the art market as a whole, but they also deal with original artworks from the modern period.
The Artguide GmbH & Co. Kg (Artguide) was founded in 2004 and has been operating since then as an independent auction house based in Berlin. The company has one main office in Berlin and two offices: one in Frankfurt am Main that is responsible for European auction sales, and one on the island of Helgoland. The latter office deals with auctions on behalf of the Artguide Group companies, which include those listed above.
The Artguide Group is owned by its members who pay annual fees to become members of the group and enjoy a certain amount of “trust”. It is not just a case of free-market competition; this business model ensures that each member can only sell his or her best works at fair prices, so that only truly high-quality pieces are available for sale. As such, there is no risk of a part owner selling his works at less than full price or selling them at an unrealistic discount (which would result in margin pressure).
Another unique aspect of Artguide is that it makes no money from selling works online; it operates from its own website and does not host any artwork itself. This means that it avoids having to deal with many third parties who charge commission fees for hosting artwork on their websites as well as faffing around trying to get rights for public domain images, when there are plenty available to be used freely on Wikipedia or wherever else you please!
In addition to its website and auctions, Artguide also organises exhibitions around contemporary art works by artists from all over the world – including artists from Europe – which are sold at premium prices on their own website via their direct sales department . Currently there are four such exhibitions currently running: The Collection – Berliner Kunstmuseum (2017), MoMA PS1 (2018), Venice Biennale (2018) and Venice Biennale: People's Choice 2018 (2019).
Ketterer Kunst ran a similar exhibition called Ketterer Kunst: Weihnachtskonzerte 2016/17 which took place between December 2016 and January 2017 at Kulturfabrik Oberhausen in Germany’s north-west town Oberhausen am Rhein .
Lempertz: Founded in 1845, Lempertz is another well-known German auction house, with a particular expertise in Old Master paintings and works of art
Lempertz (The Lempertz Gallery) is a German auction house. The company was founded in 1845 by Hugo Lempertz. Lempertz has been one of the largest auction houses in Germany since the second half of the 19th century. Its main competitors are Sotheby's and Christie's.
The gallery sells art and works of art, as well as antiques and other objects related to art, and has a number of specialty departments dealing with the sale through private collections and through auctions.
Villa Grisebach: A relatively young player in the German auction scene, Villa Grisebach was founded in 1987 and has since become one of the leading experts for contemporary art auctions
Villa Grisebach is an auction house located in the city of Weimerskirchen near Frankfurt. Their activities include selling and renting works of art, furniture and other objects. The company was founded in 1987 by Walter Schubert, and the current CEO is Werner Gromme. Villa Grisebach has made a name for itself as one of the leading experts for contemporary kunstauktionen. Since its founding, Villa Grisebach has been able to successfully raise over half a million euros for its clients. Villa Grisebach is known for its impeccable control over every aspect of their auctions. They work with top auction houses in Europe, as well as in Asia, Africa and the Middle East.
Villa Grisebach was founded by Walter Schubert (1923-2012) who became famous worldwide through his book "Die Käufer" ("The Buyers"). He established his first auction house in 1984. The company was later changed to "Villa Schubert", which lasted until 2010 when it changed to Villa Grisebach again. Today it is run by Werner Gromme (born 1950), who has been involved with the company since 1986, when he took over from his father Walter as CEO after nearly 20 years at the helm of another company named Aachener Nachbarhandel GmbH [Aachener Neighbor-Dealership Company]. Between 1992 and 2000 he worked as head of collections at Villa Schubert, which was a competitor to Villa Grisebach until 1995 when he joined Villa Grisebach fully-fledged himself after trading out from Aachener Nachbarhandel GmbH .
Today the company's revenue has grown from €1m to €3m per year with an additional €1m being invested into development each year . The company also hosts numerous events like kunst auktionen and Frieze Art Fair . Most recently they were hostess at Frieze New York 2011 . In 2011 they signed a contract with Banca Commerciale Italiana to host an open air sale at their museum on their grounds every year which garnered worldwide attention bringing them further international recognition .
They have many different types of collections ranging from contemporary art pieces to ethnographic objects such as art cars , Picasso wagons , Salvador Dali chairs , etc... Their most famous collection is probably their collection devoted entirely to the artist Pablo Picasso (which includes many paintings that haven't yet been exhibited).
Auktionshaus Dannenberg: Another specialist for contemporary art, Auktionshaus Dannenberg was founded in 2006 and has been making waves in the German auction world ever since
The auction houses listed below are ranked according to the amount of traffic they receive on the auction sites, which is an excellent metric for those who want to know how their product ranks in a market.
It should be noted that this ranking is not a thorough understanding of the values involved, as these are not rankings of value. Rather, they show traffic volume per site to illustrate how much value each auction house is getting from their customers.
Auktionshaus Christoph Gärtner: This Stuttgart-based auction house was founded back in 1846 and specializes in antique furniture, porcelain, and silverware auctions
Auktionshaus Christoph Gärtner is one of the oldest auction houses in Germany, specializing in antique furniture, porcelain, and silverware auctions. The company was founded in 1846 by the house's current owner, former steel executive Christoph Gärtner.
The company’s name is a reference to a famous painting by German artist Karl von Piloty (the house's founder was known as Piloty and his brother Johannes Piloty). The painting shows two people standing on a street corner next to a sign that reads "Piloty's Auction House."
Rudolphi Auctioneers: Based in Hamburg, Rudolphi Auctioneers have been around since 1780 and offer a wide range of antiques and collectibles at their regular auctions
A few weeks ago we wrote about the auction houses in Hamburg, one of the oldest and largest cities in Germany. We had a fun time profiling some of them and wanted to share our top picks with you.
The main highlight of this listing is obviously Rudolphi Auctioneers, which is based in Hamburg but has branches all over Germany. There’s also a branch in Berlin with an equally impressive array of antiques and collectibles on offer, as well as sales events that have been held in various locations including Dresden and Munich.
In terms of other things you can bid on:
•Antiques (some old-fashioned but still very interesting)
•Collectibles (a wide range here)
•Tools & household items (everything from kitchen appliances to women’s handbags)
If you are interested in buying or selling antiques or collectibles, or simply have a look at the site, be sure to check out our guide to bidding on used antiques and collectibles here .
Jürgen Löhrmann Auctioneers: With over 40 years of experience under their belt, Jürgen Löhrmann Auctioneers is one of the most respected names in German antique auctions
Jürgen Löhrmann Auctioneers is a well-known auction house in Germany. They are some of the largest auctions in Germany, and have been doing so for over 40 years. Their success is owed to a strong sense of customer service, a great knowledge of the German antique market, and a full range of standards and services in the auction industry.
The company has two main offices: one in Berlin, Germany and one in Kiel, Germany. Many of their auctions are held at their office in Berlin as they have an excellent location on Potsdamer Platz; however, they also have several other locations across the country which are ideal for regional events like art auctions or furniture sales.
Kornfeld & Klipstein AG: This Bern-based auction house was founded way back in 1706, making it one of the oldest businesses of its kind still operating today!
One of the most important parts of any auction house is it’s reputation, and one of the most important aspects of its reputation is how clean and professional it is. They must always be willing to respond to questions or complaints from their customers. That’s why we are focusing on Kornfeld & Klipstein AG:
The company has been trading since 1770, making them one of the oldest auction houses still in operation today (since 2004). Their business is clear: they sell very high quality artworks at a very reasonable price.
