Auction Description
Crafted Auctions proudly presents its Decorative Arts & Fine Objects Auction, a carefully curated sale of more than 400 lots celebrating craftsmanship, design, and artistic innovation from the late 19th through mid-20th centuries. This diverse catalog brings together the very best in American and European art pottery, glass, and decorative arts, appealing to both established collectors and passionate newcomers.
Highlights and Categories
The auction features an outstanding selection of early Arts & Crafts and Art Nouveau pottery, including exemplary works by Rookwood, Roseville, Van Briggle, Fulper, and Pewabic, each showcasing the distinctive forms, glazes, and motifs that define their respective periods. From bold matte finishes to complex crystalline glazes, the range of artistry and technical mastery on display is remarkable.
Collectors will also find a strong representation of studio and regional art pottery, including hand-thrown works that bridge tradition and modern design. Complementing the ceramics are fine examples of decorative glass, metalwork, and carved objects that capture the spirit of the Art Deco era and the evolution of 20th-century design.
For the Collector and the Connoisseur
Whether seeking a museum-quality statement piece or an affordable entry into the field, bidders will discover exceptional opportunities across all price points. Many offerings come from private Midwest collections and long-held estates, presenting fresh material to the market.
In addition to iconic forms and makers, the sale includes unique studio creations, Native American pottery, early lighting, and one-of-a-kind decorative pieces that highlight the breadth and depth of the decorative arts movement.
Bidder Experience
Crafted Auctions is known for its expertise, transparency, and commitment to service. All items are available for in-house professional packing and nationwide shipping, ensuring safe and efficient delivery. Detailed condition reports and high-resolution images are provided for every lot, allowing bidders to participate with confidence.
The auction will be conducted live online with multiple bidding platforms, as well as absentee and phone bidding available for those who prefer personalized participation.
Join Us
With more than two decades of experience in the field, Crafted Auctions continues to be a trusted source for fine art pottery and decorative arts. This sale exemplifies the quality, variety, and authenticity that collectors have come to expect.
Buyer's Premium
| Start | Premium(%) |
|---|---|
| $0 | 18.00 |
Bid Increments
| Start | Increments ($) |
|---|---|
| $0 | $10 |
| $200 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $30,000 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Available payment options
Thanks for your purchase. If you have a credit card on file that will be charged unless we hear otherwise within 24 hours of auction completion. Invoices over $5,000 must be paid by wire transfer. You can also call us at 309-690-7966 to pay for your purchase. Other acceptable forms of payment include PayPal payment to greg@justartpottery.com, Cash App to $GregMyroth or check sent to: Just Art Pottery 1184 Rentsch Drive East Peoria, IL616111
Shipping
Shipping & Handling Policy
Crafted Auctions offers in-house professional packing services and cost-effective shipping options for all auction items to ensure a seamless experience—from the moment you place your bid to the moment your item arrives. Most orders are shipped within 2 to 3 business days after payment has been received.
Each piece is carefully packed in-house using high-quality materials designed to protect against damage during transit. Our team has extensive experience handling fragile and valuable works of art and collectibles—safely shipping over 5,000 pieces annually to clients worldwide.
Shipping charges reflect actual carrier postage costs, along with necessary materials and labor. Please note that larger or higher-value pieces may require additional packaging and handling, which could affect the final shipping total.
We’re pleased to offer combined shipping discounts for clients who win multiple lots. Whenever possible, our team consolidates shipments to minimize cost and environmental impact.
Bonus: Spend $2,000 or more on winning bids and receive FREE standard shipping on your entire order.
If you have specific shipping preferences or would like a quote prior to bidding, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re always happy to assist.
Terms & Conditions
TERMS OF SALE
Each lot in the auction and/or catalog is subject to the following terms and conditions of sale, as supplemented in writing or otherwise by us at any time before the sale. By registering to bid, bidding, or purchasing in any way a lot from Crafted Auctions, the client agrees to be bound by these terms.
Auction
The auctioneer will introduce each object for sale, hereby referred to as “lots,” in numerical order as listed in the corresponding catalog or website.
The estimates that appear with each lot description are approximations reflecting the range in which the hammer price may fall. Some lots are subject to a reserve, the price below which an item cannot be sold. In most instances, the reserve is less than the low estimate.
The auctioneer determines the highest bidder and selling price of every lot. He or she may re-offer and resell any lot and will be responsible for resolving any dispute in bidding. The judgment of the auctioneer is final and binding.
Bidding
To bid in an auction, you must create an account with us and register for that auction. This account is different from your CraftedAuctions.com retail website account. Once you have an auction bidding account with us, you will only need to register for each future auction in which you plan to bid. You may register for and participate in any auction as soon as it goes live on our site.
A client unable to attend the sale may bid via phone, absentee, or online. Please complete and submit an absentee or telephone bid form on our website or at the auction house.
Crafted Auctions assumes no responsibility for a failure to execute any bid or errors or omissions made in connection with any remote bidding arrangement.
During phone bidding, an agent representing Crafted Auctions will call the client during the live sale to execute bids on the client’s behalf. The client should instruct Crafted Auctions’ agent to bid as they choose. Please make arrangements for phone bidding as early as possible, as there are a limited number of phone lines available. Crafted Auctions does not guarantee an available phone line if arrangements are made after 5:00 p.m. CST on the day prior to a sale.
Clients may leave absentee bids to be executed by one of our representatives. Crafted Auctions makes every effort to purchase a lot as inexpensively as possible without exceeding the client’s limit. Please submit absentee bids prior to 5:00 p.m. CST on the day prior to the sale.
Internet bidding is available through online platforms. Crafted Auctions is not responsible for errors or omissions when a client utilizes said platform.
Auction Bid Increments
$0 – $200: $10 increments
$200 – $500: $25 increments
$500 – $1,000: $50 increments
$1,000 – $3,000: $100 increments
$3,000 – $5,000: $250 increments
$5,000 – $10,000: $500 increments
$10,000 – $30,000: $1,000 increments
$30,000 – $50,000: $2,500 increments
$50,000 – $100,000: $5,000 increments
$100,000 and above: $10,000 or auctioneer’s discretion
Condition Reports, Guarantee, and Preview
It is the client’s responsibility to be aware of all conditions, addendums, and corrections prior to the sale. Auction items are available for viewing during the week prior to the auction during hours of operation or by appointment.
Crafted Auctions encourages all clients or knowledgeable representatives to visit and inspect all lots during this viewing period. If an in-person inspection is not possible, we encourage clients to contact us with condition report requests well in advance of the sale. Crafted Auctions will provide our opinion of condition, answer any questions, and provide additional photographs per the client’s request. Any such opinion is not a statement of fact but is given to the best of our knowledge.
Crafted Auctions guarantees the authenticity of each lot in the catalog, as amended by oral or written salesroom notes or announcements. This guarantee is in effect for 30 days after the auction in which the lot was sold.
The guarantee does not apply to those lots listed as “in the style of,” “attributed to,” “the school of,” “in the manner of,” or “after.” Crafted Auctions is not responsible for errors or omissions in the catalog or in written or oral condition reports. All measurements are approximate.
Crafted Auctions makes every effort to accurately describe its merchandise, but in the event that errors occur, Crafted Auctions shall not be held responsible. It is the client’s responsibility to be well informed before bidding. Bidding in our sale indicates your acceptance of these terms and any terms announced the day of the sale.
Purchasing, Storage, and Shipping
By bidding in any sale, the client understands that their bid constitutes a legally binding agreement to purchase said lot if accepted by the auctioneer. The client assumes responsibility to pay the purchase price, as well as the buyer’s premium and any additional expenses in connection with their purchase of the lot, including handling, shipping, insurance, taxes, and export.
Crafted Auctions may impose a storage fee of $5 per day per lot beginning after twenty-one days from the due date unless prior arrangements have been made. The client agrees that Crafted Auctions shall have no liability for any damage to property left on premises after this twenty-one-day period.
All purchases are subject to state and local sales tax unless the client provides a certificate of exemption at the time of purchase. Sales tax will not be refunded at a later date.
A buyer’s premium of 18% of the hammer price will be added to the purchase total.
Please note: Lots purchased utilizing LiveAuctioneers, BidSquare, or HiBid will incur an additional 5% charge added to the buyer’s premium.
Crafted Auctions accepts cash, checks, wire transfers, American Express, Visa, MasterCard, PayPal, Venmo, and Cash App for payment. If paying with cash or check, Crafted Auctions may require verification of identity and confirmation of permanent address.
Once payment has been received and cleared, lots purchased may be released to the client.
If payment is not made within ten days after its due date, or if the client defaults and/or breaches his or her obligations, the client agrees to pay Crafted Auctions all damages, attorney fees, and expenses, together with interest at the highest rate allowed by law on the balance due.
The client agrees that state and federal courts in East Peoria, Illinois, shall have exclusive jurisdiction over all matters arising out of the client’s purchase from Crafted Auctions, and that service of process in any such proceeding shall be effective if mailed to the client’s address last supplied to Crafted Auctions.
Crafted Auctions offers safe and economical methods for the delivery and shipping of most domestic and international purchases. All lots are shipped fully insured unless the client provides a signed waiver.
Crafted Auctions is not liable for any damage to lots caused by shippers; all such claims must be settled between the client and the shipper. Delivery and shipping fees are payable by the client and are not refundable.
Crafted Auctions handles most shipping in-house for both domestic and international orders. We pride ourselves on offering professional, reasonably priced shipping that is prompt and secure.