Governing - Online Bidding - Artfact Bidding - General

Governing Terms and Conditions

By choosing the Accept box, you agree to all terms and conditions and other provisions presented below, as modified or supplemented by other provisions of: (a) the Catalogue, (b) in written supplements to the catalogue or other written material prepared by Sloans & Kenyon, (c) in notices posted by Sloans & Kenyon, and (d) in announcements made by the auctioneer, prior to or at the time of the sale(collectively referred to as "Terms and Conditions").

You also agree to accept all of these conditions and provisions without change. These Terms and Conditions encompass all aspects of bidding and buying at our sales, regardless of the venue, that is, in-person, absentee, telephone or Internet. You should be aware of those provisions that apply to the venue that you are using.


Online Bidding Terms and Conditions

This section presents the terms and conditions that govern online bidding with Sloans & Kenyon. Online bidding (also referred to as Internet bidding) is made available by Sloans & Kenyon Auctioneers and Appraisers (also referred to as Sloans & Kenyon, we, us or our) as an alternative to telephone or other absentee bidding to accommodate bidders who choose not to personally attend auction sales. Sloans & Kenyon will not be liable for malfunctions, errors or omissions (hardware, software, electronic, human or otherwise), whether or not due to Sloans and Kenyons fault or negligence, resulting in the inaccurate transmittal of bids, the failure to execute bids or any other irregularity.


1. Registration and Personal Identification Numbers (PIN)

You must register to bid online with Sloans & Kenyon. To register, you must use your real name, address, telephone number and e-mail address. You must also truthfully provide all of the other information requested for registration. Only those who have made acceptable payment arrangements for purchases, via approved credit card or other secured method, will be permitted to register.
When you register on the Sloans & Kenyon site, www.sloansandkenyon.com, you will receive a PIN number that allows you to perform various activities, such as placing bids and searching catalogues. You may also be required to register on other sites to participate in certain types of online bidding with us. Contact the Sloans & Kenyon Business Office at (301) 634-2330 for more information.

2. Verification and Credit Information

You hereby authorize Sloans & Kenyon to communicate registration information to third parties and to obtain information from third parties to confirm the accuracy of information that you have supplied. You also authorize Sloans & Kenyon to obtain credit card, credit and financial information about you (and your spouse, if you reside in a community property state), including requests by us for authentication, credit limits, credit history and other financial information.

3. Changes in Terms and Conditions

Please note that the information in the catalogue may be changed prior to or during the auction sale, by (i) written addenda to the catalogue, (ii) postings at the physical site of the sale, or (iii) auctioneer announcements. Information on this site may also change in the future and changes will be effective immediately. Therefore you should review the information carefully each time you logon for online bidding by selecting 'Terms and Conditions' from the site navigation menu. Revised information will become part of the Terms and Conditions for the auction and will be binding, whether or not you are aware of changes. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are bidding with the most current auction information and terms. By bidding online, you agree to accept these responsibilities. Please carefully read the Terms and Conditions and all other information contained in this site.

4. Intellectual Property Rights and Limited License to Use
Please note that the information in the catalogue may be changed prior to or during the auction sale, by (i) written addenda to the catalogue, (ii) postings at the physical site of the sale, or (iii) auctioneer announcements. Information on this site may also change in the future and changes will be effective immediately. Therefore you should review the information carefully each time you logon for online bidding by selecting 'Terms and Conditions' from the site navigation menu. Revised information will become part of the Terms and Conditions for the auction and will be binding, whether or not you are aware of changes. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are bidding with the most current auction information and terms. By bidding online, you agree to accept these responsibilities. Please carefully read the Terms and Conditions and all other information contained in this site.

5. Eligibility for Bidding Online

Only persons who are legally permitted under applicable law to enter into contracts and participate in online auctions are allowed to access and use this site. Minors and other persons prohibited under their state laws to enter into legally binding contracts or participate in online auctions, may not bid or use this site.

6. Termination of Online Bidding

Sloans & Kenyon shall have complete discretion, without liability, to refuse to accept any online bid or terminate online bidding for any bidder for any reason and at any time, prior to or during an auction. In addition, Sloans & Kenyon shall have the right to investigate the credit of any online bidder or the use of a credit card or other payment arrangement by any online bidder, and shall have the right to cancel any sale or require additional assurance of payment if, in Sloans & Kenyons good faith judgment, there appears to be reasonable grounds to do so.

7. Fraudulent Conduct

You agree at all times to comply with applicable laws. You are not permitted to register under a false name, use another person's name or password, give false information or supply false credit information. Appropriate law enforcement agencies may be notified of conduct that is believed to be a violation of state or federal law. Sloans & Kenyon will cooperate with law enforcement investigations to ensure that those violating state or federal laws are prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

8. Privacy Policy

We are committed to protecting your privacy and to giving you a choice about how the personal information we collect is used. The types of personal information collected on these pages include: Name, Address, Email address, Telephone number, Username, PIN, Credit/Debit Card Information, Notification Preferences (opt-in email notifications)

9. The Way We Use Information

We use the information you provide when you are placing a bid, ordering a catalogue, or r