Business Details
Trusted Auction House in Gillingham for Antiques & Art Sales
Established as a family-run auction house, Clarke's Auctions combines traditional expertise with modern accessibility. Our team brings over three decades of experience in antiques and auctioneering, offering personalized service while maintaining international reach through digital platforms. We specialize in antiques, fine art, and collectables, conducting monthly sales accessible to global bidders.Our services extend to valuations for insurance, probate, and house clearances, supported by a dedicated team committed to transparency and client satisfaction. With physical premises in Dorset and online presence via the-saleroom.com, we ensure both local and international clients benefit from competitive pricing and professional guidance. Our auctioneers maintain strong relationships with buyers across America, Asia, and Europe, while our in-house postal service provides secure item delivery.
Services
Antiques Auctions
Art Auctions
Valuations
House Clearances
Online Bidding
Highlights and features
- We operate as a family-run auction house with international buyer networks
- Our team has over 30 years' experience in the antique world
- We provide professional valuations for insurance and probate purposes
- We offer secure in-house postal services for purchased items
- We maintain physical premises and digital platforms for accessibility
What people say
Efficient sales
Great bargains
Brilliant range
Strong international following
Professional valuations
Services
Antiques Auctions
We conduct monthly antiques auctions featuring rare and valuable items. Our sales include both live attendance and online bidding options. With international reach through digital platforms, we ensure competitive pricing and global participation for diverse collectables.
Art Auctions
Specialist art auctions feature fine art pieces from various periods and styles. Our experienced team catalogues and markets artworks to international buyers. We provide professional photography and detailed descriptions for both physical and online bidding.
Valuations
We offer professional valuations for insurance, probate, and sale purposes. Our experts provide both verbal and written assessments based on industry knowledge. The service includes guidance through valuation processes and market analysis for optimal pricing.
House Clearances
Discreet house clearance services cover full or partial property clearances. Our team handles valuable items with care while managing complete estate disposals. We provide valuation assistance and auction preparation for cleared items.
Online Bidding
Our online bidding platform enables participation through the-saleroom.com. Services include live streaming, absentee bids, and telephone bidding options. We ensure secure digital access to auctions while maintaining traditional bidding methods.
People
Richard Clarke
Director, Auctioneer, Valuer
With extensive experience from London and regional salerooms, Richard leads auction operations and valuations. He oversees all auction processes and client valuations at Clarke's Auctions.
Sarah Clarke
Director, Online Auctions Operator
Sarah manages online auction operations and digital platform integration. She ensures seamless online bidding experiences while maintaining auction house standards.
Matt Whitney
Auctioneer, Valuer, Cataloguer
Matt handles auctioneering duties, item valuations, and cataloguing responsibilities. He contributes to both physical auctions and digital platform preparations.
Karen Marshall
Office Manager
Karen oversees office operations and administrative support for auction processes. She ensures smooth day-to-day running of the auction house facilities.
Kay Finbow
Online Auctions Operator
Kay manages online auction operations and social media marketing. She handles photography and postal quote administration for auction items.
Questions
How do I participate in Clarke's Auctions?
Register at the venue or online via the-saleroom.com. Choose live attendance, absentee bids, or telephone bidding options for participation.
What types of items are sold at your auctions?
We auction antiques, fine art, collectables, jewellery, and general goods. Recent sales included items ranging from Victorian furniture to rare glassware.
Do you offer valuation services for private collections?
Yes, we provide both verbal and written valuations for insurance, probate, and sale purposes. Our experts charge hourly rates rather than percentages.
Can I sell items through Clarke's Auctions?
Contact us to arrange valuation appointments. We handle collection, cataloguing, and marketing of items for auction with professional guidance throughout the process.
How are auction prices determined?
Starting prices are set based on market analysis and expert valuations. The final sale price is determined by competitive bidding during auctions.
What payment and delivery options exist for purchased items?
Payment methods are specified in auction terms. We offer in-house postal services with insurance options for secure item delivery to international buyers.
