How to submit a consignment.
Share details
Complete the form opposite with as much detail as possible.
Upload photos
Upload up to six images of the property including front and back and artist / maker signatures or marks.
Submit request
Our specialists will review your submission and we will do our best to respond to you within 10 business days.
How it works.
Send us images and a description of an individual item from your collection and we will provide complimentary auction estimates for items that we propose for auction.
If you do not see the artist or maker of your item in the menu, you will not be able submit online. You are always welcome to contact our departments directly by phone or email for further information.
If your item is accepted you will be contacted by a Phillips specialist who will discuss the most appropriate timing, auction and location to ensure the successful sale of your property.
Why Phillips?
We’re focused. Phillips is the only international auction house to focus exclusively on the defining movements of the 20th and 21st centuries. We reflect contemporary culture in everything we do, and have set ourselves apart as a vibrant force in the art market because of it.
We’re global. Our clients have collections all over the world. Along with our salerooms in New York, London, Geneva and Hong Kong, Phillips has specialists throughout the Americas, Europe and Asia. We can help you get your work to the right auction in the right place at the right time.
We’re innovative. Phillips is committed to helping clients enjoy and engage with our auctions in ways that are best suited to them, reimagining what it means to be a global platform for buying and selling contemporary art and design in the digital age.
FAQs
What does Phillips sell?
Phillips focuses on 20th century and contemporary art and design. We sell the following categories in our auctions and exhibitions and by private sale:
We are no longer able to revalue or consign items from any category which is not listed above.
What information do I need to provide to submit a consignment?
When submitting a consignment, we ask that you provide as much information as possible on the item in question. This includes the following: medium, artist/maker, title, execution date, location of item. Should you also have the provenance, literature or any price history, please add this information in the Additional Details box.
How long does it take to receive an estimate?
We will do our best to respond to your enquiry within ten business days. Where your property is being reviewed by a number of departments or specialists, we may take a little longer. Please contact our Client Services Department if you have any questions.
- London – ClientServicesLondon@phillips.com
T +44 207 318 4010 - New York – ClientServicesNewYork@phillips.com
T +1 212-940-1200 - Hong Kong – ClientServicesHongKong@phillips.com
T +852-2318 2000
Can I submit multiple items?
For your property to be reviewed as quickly as possible, we suggest you submit a separate enquiry for each item. If you would like to submit more than six items, please contact our Client Services Department.
- London – ClientServicesLondon@phillips.com
T +44 207 318 4010 - New York – ClientServicesNewYork@phillips.com
T +1 212-940-1200 - Hong Kong – ClientServicesHongKong@phillips.com
T +852-2318 2000
What if the artist/maker is not listed?
If you cannot find the artist or maker on our list, please contact our Client Services Department who will be able to assist.
- London – ClientServicesLondon@phillips.com
T +44 207 318 4010 - New York – ClientServicesNewYork@phillips.com
T +1 212-940-1200 - Hong Kong – ClientServicesHongKong@phillips.com
T +852-2318 2000
Do you accept artist submissions?
We do not accept direct artist submissions. As an auction house working in the secondary market, we only accept items that have already sold via a gallery or advisor on the primary market.
Does Phillips charge for an estimate?
Phillips is happy to provide complimentary auction estimates for items that we propose for auction.
What are the fees / terms for consigning?
Once your submission has been reviewed, one of our specialists will be in touch to confirm whether your item is suitable for one of our auctions and if so, discuss the fees and terms for consigning.
Do you accept in-person submissions?
We advise you to use our online submissions form to ensure that the appropriate specialist reviews your item as quickly as possible. However, if you would prefer your property to be seen in person, please contact our Client Services Department to arrange an appointment.
- London – ClientServicesLondon@phillips.com
T +44 207 318 4010 - New York – ClientServicesNewYork@phillips.com
T +1 212-940-1200 - Hong Kong – ClientServicesHongKong@phillips.com
T +852-2318 2000
Who do I contact if I am having trouble uploading the information?
Please get in touch with our Client Services Department in London, New York or Hong Kong.
- London – ClientServicesLondon@phillips.com
T +44 207 318 4010 - New York – ClientServicesNewYork@phillips.com
T +1 212-940-1200 - Hong Kong – ClientServicesHongKong@phillips.com
T +852-2318 2000
Will my information be kept confidential?
We treat all client information as confidential. Please see our privacy policy for further details.
Submit details and images
Please note that we cannot accept consignments for artists who have no secondary market history. Name is required. Email Address or Phone Number is required.
Questions? Contact Us
New York
+1 212 940 1200
ClientServicesNewYork@phillips.com