Main Auction Galleries
Since 1870 Main Auction Galleries Inc. has grown from a small family business to a nationally recognized Auction House. We are located in the finest area of downtown Cincinnati, within 3 blocks of all major hotels and restaurants. Our building comprises over 40,000 square feet, with our first floor being both our showroom and auction floor. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and professionalism is known not only in this region but nationally as well as worldwide. We work closely with attorneys, executors, trust officers, institutions, organizations, private consignors as well as individuals. We both appraise and liquidate estates and homes throughout the United States. We have provided the highest quality merchandise to local, national and international individuals for the past 139 years. We have a full time staff each being an expert in their respective fields.
Upcoming Auctions from Main Auction Galleries
Arts & Crafts, Fine Art, & Design
An exceptional selection of Arts & Crafts, Mission, Art Deco and 20th-century design, highlighted by an early Gustav Stickley mitered mullion bookcase in original finish, Gustav Stickley seating and library tables, L. & J.G. Stickley furniture, and rare examples from Cincinnati’s Shop of the Crafters. The collection also features important Rookwood Pottery, including a 1938 Kataro Shirayamadani vase, Arts & Crafts stained glass and metalwork, an Albin Müller copper and brass teapot on stand, and a rare French Mission oak storage chest. Art Deco highlights include a strong collection of Frankart figural lighting and decorative objects, complemented by works from Curtis Jere, Maitland-Smith, Baker and other noted designers and makers. Fine art offerings include a rare 1941 oil by Ernest Bradfield Freed, along with paintings and works on paper by Alessandro Tofanelli, Richard Anuszkiewicz and others. A diverse sale bringing together exceptional examples of craftsmanship, furniture, lighting, pottery, fine art and decorative design from the late 19th through the 20th century.Bidder Reviews for Main Auction Galleries (267)
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AaronCanyon Lake, TX
Oct 1, 2026
Simple Transaction
This was my first experience with Main Auction Galleries and from start to finish it was perfect. All of their Terms and Conditions are laid out for you in order to know what to expect if you choose to bid. Their description of their items is well worded and for my winning it was 100 % accurate. My item arrived well within the guidelines provided and was packaged quite well in order to provide the protection needed. I highly recommend Main Auction Galleries.
TamaraTyler, TX
Sep 14, 2026
CarolynBatavia, OH
Aug 24, 2026
Main Auction Galleries are Great to work with
They respond very quickly to any call or email and make pick-up of items easy, even while being located on a very busy downtown street. They are definitely customer friendly.
RichardPort Elgin, CA
Aug 23, 2026
gregoryBrooklyn, NY
Jul 6, 2026
Real deal operation
These guys go the extra mile to make sure you get what you paid for. They were responsive and thorough.
JaneCincinnati, OH
Apr 5, 2026
Quality items, great service
It's always a pleasure to work with the folks at Main Auction. They are pleasant, polite, knowledgeable, and happy to go the extra mile.
JohnHuron, OH
Mar 1, 2026
Main Auction Galleries is reputable and service oriented.
Main Auction Galleries knows how to run an auction. Items are accurately represented with age, condition, provenance, and price. They have a knack for finding unique and highly collectable pieces. Service is friendly and helpful.
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