Auctions are a fabulous opportunity to buy unique and luxury items, and the new convenience of bidding online allows buyers to join live auctions from anywhere in the world. Here’s a list of some of the best luxury auctions this summer.
Absolute Yacht Auction
The Absolute Yacht Auction by Decaro Auctions International will be held in Fort Lauderdale at the Hall of Fame Marina, slip #317. Previews of the yachts that will be auctioned are being held every Saturday leading up to the event with the final preview on Friday, August 17th. So far, the auction is including one, 88 foot Broward Power Yacht, in addition to potential others. Decaro Auctions International also offers jet auctions in addition to yachts.
Christie's
Christie’s auctions are renowned in the luxury community. Often featuring high-end art, vintage wines, and stunning antiques amongst other things, Christie’s is one of the most respected high-end virtual auction houses in the world. The catalogs always feature luxury and unique items, such as a multi-vintage collection of Screaming Eagle wines, works by Charles Catteau for Boch Fréres, and works by French artist Line Vautrin as included in the August auction catalog. The auctions vary in duration and location but in most cases, bidding is allowed online and the catalog of each collection is posted before the auctions begin. A top-tier luxury auction house, Christie’s is the go to for high-end and rare items.
Yacht Auctions
Yacht Auctions is another popular online auction house that helps facilitate the sale of boats, jets, and RVs. Presenting listed items from around the country, and from a variety of price points, Yacht Auctions also has a live bidding feature so buyers can still maintain the rush of a live auction while looking at a catalog collected from across the Nation.
GWS Auctions, Inc.
This auction house is located in Los Angeles, California, and has both in-person and virtual auctions that feature everything from coins, to jewelry, to Hollywood memorabilia to antiques. Having recently made headlines for being responsible for being the previous auctioneer of the only one of Elvis Presley’s planes that’s privately owned outside of Graceland, until its recent resurfacing back on the market with an industrial auction house. But, that’s not the only piece of the “King” that GWS Auctions, Inc. will be responsible for. On August 25th Presley’s last Cadillac will be auctioned along with other famous Hollywood memorabilia, like Michael Jackson’s missing glove.
Spectrum Wine
If you’re looking for a truly unique and rare vintage of the wine world, Spectrum Wine is an ideal auction house to peak at. With exquisite wines constantly being updated and added to the site, live bidding happens daily, and showcased wines from regions and collections around the world, Spectrum Wine can facilitate your quest to find that rare and unique vintage.