- art insurance at the show
- catalogues describing each work of art
- a guest register
- a work of art for the door prize
- door prize tickets
- MasterCard, Visa and Discover free of service charge
- the auctioneer
- a step by step guide to a successful auction
What will be auctioned?
Your show will consist of a wide variety of art including: original watercolors, oil
paintings, pastels, giclees and a diverse selection of signed and numbered graphics.
There will be lithographs, serigraphs and etchings by many internationally famous
artists, as well as works by many artists with great potential for the future. All the
works will be beautifully framed and matted. The starting bids will generally range in
price between $35.00 and $500.00 but will also include a selection that may go into the
thousands of dollars. Because of our close relationships with publishers and artists, our
prices will be much lower than what you would normally expect in a retail environment.
What does the organization provide?
Your organization has no financial obligation to our Gallery. You provide the location for
the auction, the audience, assistance with the art, both before and during the show,
and refreshments, which can vary from punch, to wine and cheese or even a no-host
bar. The room should accomodate seating for 100-150 people, arranged theater style
with 22 banquet tables arranged around the perimeter of the room to display the art. A
podium (lecturn) should be at the front of the room with a PA system, if possible.
How long will the evening last?
The show is divided into two parts which may last approximately three to four hours in
total.
During the exhibition hour your guests sign the guest register and receive a catalogue,
bidding number and a ticket for the door prize. Any donation or admission charge
collected at this time is retained by your organization. Your guests will have the
opportunity to view and discuss the 200 or more works of art with our experienced and
knowledgeable auctioneer.
The auction then follows. The excitement of the bidding, the informative descriptions
and the professional manner in which the auction is handled makes for a pleasant and
memorable evening. At the end of the auction, a door prize is awarded to the lucky
ticket holder.
How do you profit?
The buyers can pay for their art with a check made payable to your organization, cash,
or MasterCard, Visa or Discover, which is provided free of charge by the Gallery. After
the sales are totaled, you receive the agreed upon percentage of gross sales, with the
balance going to the Gallery. To help eliminate a financial risk to your organization, the
Gallery will ensure the financial success of the event with a substantial revenue
guarantee based upon auction sales or an attendance guarantee, whichever is greater.
Why are Art Auctions successful?
With a minimum of effort you can provide an enjoyable, social and cultural evening for
your guests, while your organization raises the necessary funds to carry on its
activities. This is a function you will want to repeat as your annual fund raising event.
How can I get more information about Perry Berns Gallery Art Auctions?
For more information about scheduling or planning an art auction, please call us in
Dallas at 800-259-3915, 972-243-8899, or email us at perrybernsgallery@sbcglobal.net.
An Art Auction with Perry Berns Gallery is a proven, successful
method of fundraising. With a minimum effort on the part of
your organization, you can raise funds for your group, while
providing a fun, informative evening for your members and
guests.
With many art auctions behind us, we have perfected a
technique which, if followed, will produce optimum results.
The following information is designed to explain how your
organization can raise money with virtually no financial risk.
What will Perry Berns Gallery supply?
At NO COST to you, we will supply:
method of fundraising. With a minimum effort on the part of
your organization, you can raise funds for your group, while
providing a fun, informative evening for your members and
guests.
With many art auctions behind us, we have perfected a
technique which, if followed, will produce optimum results.
The following information is designed to explain how your
organization can raise money with virtually no financial risk.
What will Perry Berns Gallery supply?
At NO COST to you, we will supply:
- up to 1,000 printed invitations along with envelopes
- posters
- sample newspaper and radio releases
- custom framed art
- certificates of authenticity with each work of art
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