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
European Furniture & Decorative Arts
The January 27 edition of European Furniture and Decorative Arts includes 337 lots of British and Continental furniture, sculpture, clocks and more. Featured are a group of fine gold boxes and enameled vertu objects, the Shaheen Collection of Northwest Georgia, a Main Line, Philadelphia Collection and many others.
Collect: Americana
This sale features a wide assortment of items including William & Mary, Queen Anne, Chippendale, and Federal furniture, along with decorative smalls including early silver, Chinese Export porcelain, Staffordshire Historical Blue, Mochaware, portrait miniatures, painted boxes and housewares, Nantucket baskets, and decoys. Portraits, needlework samplers and pictures, and folk drawings and paintings round out the auction. A few notable collections include Property from the Estate of Helen Elliot Scott, pieces acquired from the well-known antiques dealer, David Stockwell, Inc., and a group of coverlets deaccessioned from the Art Institute of Chicago.
![[Washington, George] Washington, George. Autograph Letter, signed](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/197/403299/223895229_1_x.jpg?height=260&quality=70&version=1768255597)
![[American Revolution] Hancock, John. Manuscript Document, signed](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/197/403299/223895110_1_x.jpg?height=130&quality=70&version=1768255597)
![[American Revolution] (Dickinson, John, and Thomas Jefferson). A Declaration of the Representatives](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/197/403299/223895104_1_x.jpg?height=130&quality=70&version=1768255597)
Bidder Reviews for Freeman's (1,720)
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RobertHudson, NY
Jan 20, 2026
Great Auction!
Excellent, accurate descriptions and photos of all lots. Looking forward to the next auction. Thanks.
GwendolynPortland, OR
Nov 13, 2025
Appreciate the in house shipping, however shipped and delivered later than expected.
Overall happy and easy to work with.
AnthonyPhiladelphia, PA
Oct 31, 2025
Easy, Peasy, Highly Professional.
Freeman's/Hindman made picking up my items a breeze. Excellent communication, easy to schedule. The tables were exactly as described. Superb condition. Very happy.
MalvinaStaten Island, NY
Oct 26, 2025
Excellent Auction
Beatiful items available for selection, great pricing, easy payment, customer service is quick to respond and detailed oriented, seamless shipping and quick delivery. Thank you for your services.
Past Auctions from Freeman's
![[African-Americana] [Black Panther Party] Olive, Bill. Happy Birthday Huey P. Newton](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/197/366388/201413055_1_x.jpg?height=260&quality=70&version=1741800824)
![[American Revolution] Journal of the Proceedings of the Congress, Held at Philadelphia, September 5,](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/197/366388/201413061_1_x.jpg?height=130&quality=70&version=1741800824)
![[Literature] Joyce, James. Ulysses. First Edition](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/197/366388/201413257_1_x.jpg?height=130&quality=70&version=1741800824)
![[LIMITED EDITIONS CLUB]. A group of 162 works, including:](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/197/365302/200777030_1_x.jpg?height=260&quality=70&version=1741187409)
![[NATURAL HISTORY]. SOWERBY, James (1757-1822). English Botany; or, Coloured Figures of British Plant](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/197/365302/200775881_1_x.jpg?height=130&quality=70&version=1741187409)
![[AMERICANA - PACIFIC RAILROAD SURVEY]. Reports of Explorations and Surveys... Washington, D.C.: Beve](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/197/365302/200829834_1_x.jpg?height=130&quality=70&version=1741187409)
Interiors: Featuring Iron and Tin Lithograph Toys
Phila, Palm Beach, Cincinnati, San Diego, Chicago, IL, US
![[LINCOLN, Abraham]. Rare ID'd preliminary version of the Emancipation Proclamation, 1862.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/197/362982/199210607_1_x.jpg?height=260&quality=70&version=1739577609)
![[DOUGLASS, Frederick]. Ohio album containing CDV of Douglass by George Kendall Warren, ca 1879.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/197/362982/199209293_1_x.jpg?height=130&quality=70&version=1739577609)
Interiors, Featuring a Collection of Canine Art
Palm Beach, Scottsdale, Phila, Cincinnati,Chicago, IL, US
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