Freeman's
Introducing Freeman’s—America’s Auction House since 1805
The prestige of Freeman’s, Cowan’s, and Hindman—now united under one timeless name. This November, the company will move forward simply as Freeman’s, honoring its historic legacy. The rebrand coincides with the 220th anniversary of its founding in November 1805, when Tristram B. Freeman was appointed auctioneer for the City of Philadelphia.
For more than two centuries, Freeman’s has connected people with extraordinary objects. This next chapter brings together the firm’s combined history, experience, and national reach under one trusted name. Though the brand has evolved, the commitment to clients remains unchanged: to provide exceptional service and expertise at every step.
Upcoming Auctions from Freeman's
Collect: American Furniture & Decorative Arts
This sale features a wide assortment of items including William & Mary, Queen Anne, Chippendale, Federal, and Classical furniture, clocks, and mirrors, as well as quilts and coverlets, hooked rugs, needlework samplers and pictures, glazed redware and stoneware, earthenware, Chinese Export porcelain, brass, glass, tinware, silver, portraits and portrait miniatures, small landscapes, silhouettes, weathervanes, trade signs, baskets, and toys. A couple noteworthy collections include deaccessions from the Property of The National Society of The Colonial Dames of America in the State of Illinois, the Collection of Robert K. and Joy Lewis, Sag Harbor, New York, and a private collection of Benjamin Franklin likenesses.![[American Revolution] Franklin, Benjamin. Partially-Printed Promissory Note, accomplished and twice](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/197/426935/237741234_1_x.jpg?height=260&quality=70&version=1785508185)
![[Natural History] Audubon, John James. Brown Pelican](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/197/426935/237741347_1_x.jpg?height=130&quality=70&version=1785508185)
![[Americana] Smith, Joseph. The Book of Mormon: An Account Written by the Hand of Mormon, Upon Plates](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/197/426935/237741254_1_x.jpg?height=130&quality=70&version=1785508185)
Books & Manuscripts, Including Americana
Freeman’s August 20, 2026, Books & Manuscripts, Including Americana sale highlights the continued celebration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of America. It includes important documents related to the American Revolution, Presidential history, the African-American experience, fine works of literature, natural history, and much more. The sale is led by an extremely rare 1781 French loan document printed and signed by Benjamin Franklin and used to help fund the American Revolution (est. $200,000-$300,000); a first edition of The Book of Mormon ($100,000-$150,000); and two very important letters signed by President George Washington, one transmitting the first major law passed by Congress ($100,000-$150,000), and the other reaffirming the American Treaty of Friendship with Morocco ($50,000-$80,000). Other highlights include the Surveying Commission of the Continental Congress settling the New York/Massachusetts border ($30,000-$50,000); a very rare book signed by famed astrophysicist Stephen Hawking ($15,000-$25,000); a rare letter signed by early African-American businessman Paul Cuffe ($15,000-$25,000); autograph notes in the hand of Dr. Charles A. Leale, the first physician on site after the assassination of Abraham Lincoln ($12,000-$18,000); a large collection of printed and manuscript documents fresh to market from Rev. Samuel J. May, a founding member of the New England Anti-Slavery Society in the 1830s, and a lifetime ardent supporter of the abolitionist movement.
Essential Jewelry
Discover a selection of jewelry and watches in our upcoming Essential Jewelry sale, featuring over 200 lots spanning classic, contemporary, and one of a kind designs. Highlights include fine diamond and gemstone jewelry, yellow and white gold pieces, cultured pearls, colorful sapphires, opals, aquamarines, tanzanites, and more. The sale offers something for every collector and style, from signed creations by Tiffany & Co., David Yurman, Arthur King, Gurhan, Damiani, Stephen Webster, and Rolex to antique and Art Deco examples. Standout lots include statement necklaces and bracelets, elegant rings, whimsical animal and figural brooches, and pieces designed for everyday wear or special occasions.
Collect: Prints & Multiples
Freeman’s is pleased to present Collect: Prints & Multiples, an online fine art auction featuring a curated selection of Old Master, Modern, and Contemporary prints and multiples. The sale offers collectors the opportunity to discover and acquire original prints, limited editions, etchings, lithographs, screenprints, and other works by some of the most celebrated artists in art history. Highlights include prints by Andy Warhol, David Hockney, Joan Mitchell, Keith Haring, Henri Matisse, Pablo Picasso, and Rembrandt van Rijn, spanning Old Master printmaking through Modern and Contemporary art. Scholarly in approach and ambitious in scope, Collect: Prints & Multiples celebrates the history and enduring innovation of printmaking. With works available across a range of estimates, the online auction offers both new and established collectors an opportunity to buy fine art prints by leading artists and acquire works of lasting significance.Bidder Reviews for Freeman's (1,776)
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CarolDuxbury, MA
Aug 2, 2026
Always a Great Experience-Highly Recommended
Very pleased with both needleworks. The transaction was smooth and seamless from payment to receipt as always with Freeman's.
DanChicago, IL
Jul 31, 2026
Best auction house
Freemans is probably the best auction house to deal with. Very responsive to questions and make pickups a breeze
HaroldDuncanville, TX
Jul 30, 2026
U. S. Mailroom and Mr. Sean Munday are great!
U. S. Mailroom and Mr. Sean Munday in Philadelphia are one of the best shipping services that I have ever used. They have great communication, great response times, great customer service all at the best price! I will seek out a U. S. Mailroom facility in every city that I purchase in an see if they are nearly as good as Mr. Sean Munday and his Philadelphia facility!
![[African-Americana] Life Insurance Policy for a West Palm Beach Resident, Issued by One of the](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/197/420376/233883447_1_x.jpg?height=94&quality=70&version=1)
DanielGranby, CT
Jul 8, 2026
Ez Pickup
Won a painting at auction. Drove to Philly to pick it up, it was waiting for us at the door (not packaged, just as it is ready for us to wrap/pack).
JaimeMiami, FL
Jul 3, 2026
would I buy from them again? ABSOLUTELY
a great expericence, stress free perfect description quick reply to the messages
DianneWake, VA
Jun 29, 2026
Very fine auction. Super follow-up, excellent references for shipping.
Smooth operation here, helpful staff, helpful website. Excellent co-ordination. Special thanks to Rich at UPS Store # 3878 for packing, shipping fragile pottery so well.
scottNorth Hills, CA
Jun 28, 2026
Past Auctions from Freeman's
![[EARLY PHOTOGRAPHY]. Sixth plate ambrotype of a young doctor with skeleton in painted background.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/197/396265/219618653_1_x.jpg?height=260&quality=70&version=1763484726)
![[CAMERAS]. Full scale replica 1839 Giroux daguerreotype camera by Robert Lisle, 1991.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/197/396265/219618584_1_x.jpg?height=130&quality=70&version=1763484653)
![[GOLD RUSH]. The Great Pictorial Romance of the Age... New York: Chas. F. Gildersleave, ca 1849.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/197/396265/219618816_1_x.jpg?height=130&quality=70&version=1763484857)
Western & Contemporary Native American Online
Cincinnati, Chicago, Phila, Denver, CO, US
Photographs, including property from the MFAH
Denver, Cincinnati, Phila, Chicago, IL, US
Photographs, including property from the MFAH
Denver, Cincinnati, Phila, Chicago, IL, US
Record Auction Results for Freeman's
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