John Moran Auctioneers, Inc.

Founded in 1969, John Moran Auctioneers is a trusted, full-service auction house with an international reach. Because we are a family owned and operated company, our clients are afforded the benefits of an approachable and personal touch often lost in today's marketplace. Our model also makes us more adaptable, allowing us to specifically tailor our services to the needs of each client.
This boutique business model has been proven to yield results; Moran's regularly sets world auction records, and we are always pushing the envelope when it comes to new and exciting specialty auctions, single-consignor sales, and other specialized services.
Our collective experience, belief in the property we offer, and the high standards to which we hold ourselves ensures our clients will receive the highest level of service.
We offer a wide range of specialty auctions, including California & American Fine Art, Prints & Multiples, 20th Century Art + Design, Fine Jewelry and Timepieces, Traditional Collector, Art of the American West, Turn of the Century Design, and many more.
While well-known for our flagship California & American Fine Art Auctions, Moran's is also at the forefront of highlighting under-represented artists; our Women in Art and Studio Fine Art Auctions have proven immensely popular and offer works by artists at a wide range of price points, appealing both to the established and emerging collector.
Our state-of-the-art facility in Old Town Monrovia was specifically designed with our clients' experience in mind, offering an inviting and safe environment in which to display and store your property or host special events. Downtown Monrovia offers a fun and lively atmosphere and provides those who visit us a myriad of shopping and dining options.
Upcoming Auctions from John Moran Auctioneers, Inc.
Art + Design
John Moran Auctioneers and Appraisers is pleased to present Art + Design, featuring 440+ curated lots of significant works by Ed Ruscha, Roland Petersen, Andy Warhol, Richard Serra, Jonas Wood, and Richard Pettibone. Design highlights include Sam Maloof, Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, Beatrice Wood, Dale Chihuly, Richard Marquis, Tony Duquette, and Claes Oldenburg, alongside Gae Aulenti, Hans Wegner, T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, and Edward Wormley. This sale also spotlights the collection of philanthropist and businesswoman Elaine Wynn, the estate of Stefan Lawrence (founder of Twentieth gallery, Los Angeles), and over 20 lots of rare works assembled by a family member of Harrison McIntosh, many never before seen.Art of the American West
Art of the American West will feature a dynamic selection of material. Highlights include two works by Oscar Howe, along with works by Kevin Red Star, Benjamin Buffalo, and historical examples by Alfred Jacob Miller, John Mulvany, Katheryn Leighton, and Joseph Henry Sharp. Additional material includes Bohlin silver headstalls, vintage Western movie posters from the 1920s?30s, Los Angeles Bauer pottery, a monumental Apache basketry olla, and a collection of Zuni fetish carvings and Hopi kachinas. Southwest silver jewelry is represented by works from Preston Monongye, Ernie Lister, and Danny Romero, while Arts & Crafts furniture by Gustave Stickley and Roycroft, together with lighting from Lillian Palmer and Tiffany Studios, round out the sale.Bidder Reviews for John Moran Auctioneers, Inc. (505)
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StephenHuntington Beach, CA
Feb 24, 2026
Very reputable
I have purchased a number of times from John Moran and they handle everything well. They are helplful, personable, knowledgeable and honest. I deal with 100 + auction houses and they are easily one of the best. Regards, Stephen

JamisonNew Orleans, LA
Nov 15, 2025

TimPleasant Hill, CA
Nov 10, 2025
Very Pleased, Excellent Experience
I purchased a painting, and the condition of the painting exceeded my expectations (by a lot!). I had to call in because the 3rd part shipper was taking a long time to arrange for a pickup. The John Moran rep was friendly and helped me to get in touch with the shipper. It took the shipper very long to actually get the item to me, but the quality and care of the packaging was best in class! Overall, I am VERY pleased with this purchase and would recommend this auction house to everyone.

DianneWake, VA
Oct 01, 2025
Smooth as silk from beginning to end.
Wonderul auction! Always happy with John Moran Auctioneers, and a special shout out to the team at Monrovia UPS Store 1831 for flawless packing and shipping of fragile pottery once again. Dependable all the way!

ChristineSaint George, UT
Sep 16, 2025
Very professional
I was very pleased overall with the professionalism of John Moran auctions. I would have liked more and better pictures of the item on the website. I gave four stars with regard to that point.

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![J. Phillip Schmand (1871-1942), "Plesan [sic] Valley, Conn.," 1928](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/255/397783/220489443_1_x.jpg?height=130&quality=70&version=1763783696)
















































![A William Spratling "Amarres Disco" sterling silver: 1965-1967, Third Design Period Each samped for William Spratling; [Eagle 63] Wire banded shafts with applied flat discs and ball tips referred to as "Heavy Disc Pattern" by Spratling; Comprising 12](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/255/175039/88079101_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1595961989)







![A Tiffany Studios "Vine Border" table lamp: Circa 1902-1919; New York, NY Shade signed: Tiffany Studios / New York / 1470; Base signed: Tiffany Studios / New York / 441 / [T.S. monogram] The green and blue leaded glass "Vine Border" shade on](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/255/194118/97917970_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1613417339)



