Decorative Arts

1. All of the items are to be considered, unless otherwise noted in the description, in good condition. The definition of "good" when used in reference to condition, describes an object as having had no major damage or repair but as with the nature of the material, may show minor surface wear, discolouration etc., which indicates the acceptable wear that the piece may acquire with age. If you are particular about minor flaws, you should have our staff answer any questions before bidding. Sizes are approximate. It remains the sole responsibility of the bidder to inquire as to the condition of a lot before bidding. 2. Written and oral descriptions are the opinions of UGA and should in no way be construed as a guarantee of any kind as to the authenticity, age, condition, materials or any other feature of items being sold. UGA believes to the best of its knowledge that the information presented in any auction has come from reliable sources. UGA attempts to catalogue every lot correctly and will attempt to point out any defects but will not be responsible or liable for the correctness of the catalogue or other descriptions of the lot. If you require absolute certainty in all areas of authenticity, and the results of your evaluation leave uncertainty in your mind, do not bid on the lot in question. 3. All items are sold as is, where is with all faults. All sales are final - no refunds and no exchanges. We disclaim any and all warranties, expressed or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranty of merchantability of fitness for any particular purpose. No warranties are made that any of the merchandise complies with any applicable governmental rules or regulations of any kind whatsoever. 4. In no event shall Uptown Gallery Auctions' liability for any breach, or act or omission exceed the Purchase Price actually paid by the buyer, and in no event shall UGA have any liability under any circumstances for special, indirect, incidental or consequential damages (including for loss of profits or revenue, costs of obtaining alternative property, claims of customers of buyer or otherwise), arising out of or in any way relating to the lot or its purchase, sale, delivery or non-delivery, or the acts or omissions of UGA. 5. Bidder's bid at all time represent an irrevocable offer by the bidder to enter into a binding contract to purchase the lot in accordance with the specific provisions of the listing and these general terms and conditions, as applicable, even if a higher bid was received by UGA. Reserve prices are always the confidential information of UGA and are not disclosed to bidders. Nothing contained in any listing shall be construed to disclose any reserve price. All bids are binding, irrevocable and non-cancellable by bidder. UGA has the final decision on sale of a lot. The decisions of UGA are final