Antiques, Watches, Musical Instruments

Each Lot in LUX ET UMBRA is offered subject to the following Terms and Conditions of Sale ("Terms"), as supplemented in writing or otherwise by us at any time prior to the sale. By Registering to Bid, Bidding, or otherwise purchasing a Lot from LUX ET UMBRA Auctions, you agree to be bound by these Terms. In these Terms, "we," "us," "our," "LUX ET UMBRA mean the LUX ET UMBRA auctions and any of its agents, and "you," "your," "buyer" or similar terms mean a person Bidding on or buying a Lot at LUX ET UMBRA Auction, or otherwise through us. Buyers must accept the following Terms & Conditions to participate in the LUX ET UMBRA live auctions. By signing up as a bidder, you acknowledge that you have read and understood our Terms & Conditions and agree to abide to them. All prospective buyers should review these Conditions of Sale carefully before bidding at auction or making offers via the Online Shop: -1 All lots are sold "AS IS". Any description issued by us of an article to be sold, is subject to variation to be posted prior to the time of sale. We take the greatest care to ensure the correct cataloguing of each item, but such descriptions are purely statements of opinion, and are not intended to constitute a warranty of the correctness of the condition of the described lot. Some lots are of an age or nature which preclude their being in pristine condition, we warrant that each lot is described without omission of relevant defects such missed illustrations or text in case of books and portfolio, or serious discoloration and creases in prints. We provide pictures aside of the description to show the item conditions, however it is the responsibility of prospective buyers to inspect or have inspected each lot upon which they wish to bid, relying upon their own advisers, and to bid accordingly. The definition of "good" when used in reference to condition, describes an object as without major damage or repair, but may show minor surface wear, discoloration etc., which indicates the acceptable wear that the piece may acquire with age. Sizes are approximate. Once again it is the sole responsibility of the bidder to inquire about the condition of a lot before bidding. We provide full condition reports upon request by phone, email or in person during the sale preview, or by appointment in case a preview will not be held. You are advised to make any requests well in advance of the sale. All items in the catalog are sold as described and sales are final, no return will be accepted. If you have any questions or concerns regarding any lot at auction, please email us at info@luxetumbra.net We want our bidders to feel confident bidding on any item in our auction, our staff are available to answer any of your question until the day preceding of the auction. The absence of a condition report does not mean that the item is free of damage or condition issues. Some items do show signs of age or wear. -2 Reserve price All lots are subject to a reserve, which is the minimum price below which a lot cannot be sold. The reserve will never be higher than the low pre-sale estimate, and will never be lower than half the low estimate. LUX ET UMBRA may start the bidding with the reserve price, or may bid up to the reserve amount by placing successive or consecutive bids for a lot. The estimates provided are intended as a guide to bidding, are exclusive of the buyer's premium, and may be revised at any time prior to the auction. -3 LUX ET UMBRA reserves the absolute right to withdraw any property at any time before its actual final sale, including during the bidding, and to refuse any bid from any bidder. LUX ET UMBRA is the sole judge as to the amount to be advanced by each succeeding bid -4 Registration. In order to participate to our auction, interested buyers must register online and provide identification prior to bidding at the auction. We have absolute discretion to accept or refuse the bidders participation in any sale. The acceptance is based on the bidder?s auctions history and feedback, credentials that buyers build up maintaining a good standing business reputation with the auction houses community. Consequently, we have absolute discretion to accept or reject any offer or bid that will be made. -5 Absentee Bid You may ask us to bid at the auction on your behalf at the following condition: We have sole discretion to accept or reject your request, and we may cancel the bid placed, if the winning (higher) bid is accepted. We do not accept unlimited absentee bids from you. A request for absentee bids must be submitted filling and signing the specific form provided from us, at least 24 hours in advance of the auction day. This is a free service that we provide to our clients, if any absentee bid results in the winning bid, you agree to enter into a purchase agreement resulting from that bid. -6 The highest bidder shall be the buyer and no dispute will be accepted. We are not responsible for any technical issues or bids placed "by mistake". The winning bidder agrees to pay a 20% buyer's premium. The total sales price of an item includes the hammer price plus 20% buyer's premium. Packing, shipping and insurance are extra. -7 If your bid is successful, you'll receive an e-mail shortly after the sale including: An invoice (the hammer price + the buyer's premium (20%) + any applicable taxes) -8 Payment instructions. Payment is due within seven days after the auction. Lots will be released to the Buyers only when the payment is made in full. All shipping charges will be at the Buyers expenses. Any buyer that does not make payment will automatically be blocked from future auctions. These Conditions of Sale shall be governed by and construed, interpreted, applied, and enforced in accordance with the domestic laws of the State of TENNESSEE. By participating in any auction subject to these Conditions of Sale, it is agreed that all parties (including but not limited to, the Gallery, bidders, and purchasers) consent irrevocably and exclusively to venue in Hamblen County in the State of Tennessee. This agreement, and any noncontractual obligations arising out of or in connection with this agreement, or any other rights you may have relating to the purchase of a lot will be governed by the laws of TENNESSEE. Buyers must accept the stated Terms & Conditions to participate in LUX ET UMBRA live auctions. By signing up as a bidder, you acknowledge that you have read and understood our Terms & Conditions and agree to abide to them.

If you have not contacted Lux et Umbra LLC to arrange payment within 3 days of the time that invoice is sent, we will charge the credit card you used to register for the auction for the amount of your invoice.

Online purchases from Lux et Umbra LLC may be subject to sales tax. Please see the following for more details. If you are tax-exempt, you can submit your tax-exempt certificate to prevent the collection of tax. Learn more about tax-exemption.