Clars Auctions
Clars Auction Gallery has hosted Bay Area auctions of Fine Art, Decorative Objects, and Jewelry for almost fifty years and has built a strong reputation for knowledge and experience in handling quality fine art, antiques, jewelry, and decorative objects.
Since 1972 the gallery has worked with buyers and sellers throughout the world. In mid-2004, the gallery began offering simultaneous internet bidding. Recently, the auction house added online-only, timed auctions.
Clars Auction Gallery conducts monthly two-day auctions of roughly 2000 lots at its North Oakland location. The auctions and previews are attended by 2000-4000 people, and the online auction catalog is viewed by 50,000-100,000 dealers and collectors worldwide. In the last ten years, Clars Auction Gallery has sold over $150,000,000 of Fine Art, Furnishings, Jewelry, Vehicles and Collectibles. Follow Clars on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter!
Upcoming Auctions from Clars Auctions
Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco
On March 19th at 10:00 AM, Clars Auctions will present Property of the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco to Benefit the Acquisition Fund of the Achenbach Foundation for Graphic Arts. This auction offers an opportunity to collect from one of the Bay Area's most important cultural institutions. The Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, which encompasses the de Young and Legion of Honor, has long served as a cornerstone of the Bay Area?s artistic legacy. Clars' is offering the museums? distinguished collection of prints, drawings, and photographs spanning centuries. The auction features a compelling selection of works by notable artists including Giuseppe Cadenasso, whose atmospheric California landscapes helped shape early West Coast painting; Ed Ruscha, a leading figure of American contemporary art; Beth Van Hoesen, admired for her finely rendered prints and drawings; and Nathan Oliveira, a pivotal member of the Bay Area Figurative Movement. Bidding will be available live in person, by phone, absentee bid, and online.
Antique Diamonds: A Collector's Auction
On March 19th at 1:00 PM, Clars Auctions presents Antique Diamonds: A Collector?s Auction. Leading the auction is an extraordinary 4.92 carat F color VS2 diamond of impressive presence and quality. This remarkable stone anchors a thoughtfully curated auction that reflects both rarity and enduring design. Collectors will find a fantastic selection of rare and unusual pieces from the Georgian, Victorian, Art Deco, and Retro periods, each era represented by jewels that embody the craftsmanship, materials, and aesthetic character that define their time. The sale also features striking larger than life creations, including a Facadoro diamond and 18k gold opera length necklace that makes a bold statement of scale and refinement. From important antique diamonds to distinctive twentieth century designs, this March offering brings together significant stones and historically important jewels, providing opportunities for both seasoned collectors and new buyers seeking exceptional pieces with presence and provenance. Bidding will be available live in person, by phone, absentee bid, and online.
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TODDPhiladelphia, PA
Mar 04, 2026
RickSan Francisco, CA
Feb 14, 2026
Clars is a traditional auction house that takes great care.
Clars is a traditional auction house that takes great care in taking care of business for their customers.
TemuriRockville, MD
Jan 16, 2026
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Description of the item was very accurate and well curated. Seamless transaction.
NageswariCincinnati, OH
Jan 15, 2026
ElliottSacramento, CA
Jan 10, 2026
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