Auction Description
For over 100 years, the Crocker Art Museum has served visitors to and residents of Sacramento, CA as the only accredited art museum in the region. In addition to featuring the world’s foremost display of California art and world-renowned holdings of European master drawing and international ceramics, we offer a diverse spectrum of exhibitions, events, and programs. We believe in the transformative power of art, and our activities are designed to engage, support, and inspire.
The 2023 Art Auction is a festive celebration featuring hundreds of original works by the region’s most renowned artists. Artists are invited to submit their best pieces for consideration months in advance, and the artworks are reviewed and selected by a committee led by the Crocker’s Mort and Marcy Friedman Director & CEO, Lial A. Jones and Ted and Melza Barr Chief Curator & Associate Director, Scott A. Shields. This annual event attracts art patrons, community leaders, and philanthropists from throughout the region to support artists and acquire great works of art, many of which are created by artists in the Museum’s permanent collection.
This year's Silent Auction features over 100 artworks. Bidding begins on May 10 and will end one artwork every minute beginning at 1 PM PST on Sunday, June 4. Support raised from this year’s Art Auction is critical for the Crocker and for the thousands of children, families, and adults the Museum serves every year. Your generous support is needed now more than ever, so remember to bid high and bid often!
Thank you to our 2023 Art Auction Season Sponsors
Buyer's Premium
| Start | Premium(%) |
|---|---|
| $0 | 3.10 |
Bid Increments
| Start | Increments ($) |
|---|---|
| $0 | $10 |
| $100 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,500 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
| $500,000 | $50,000 |
| $1,000,000 | $100,000 |
Available payment options
The Crocker Art Museum Association is a tax exempt, nonprofit organization as described in section 501 {c)3 of the IRS Code. Our tax identification number is 94-2552486. Thank you for your support!
Shipping
To pick up your artwork at the Crocker Art Museum, appointments will be available on a first-come, first-served basis for Sunday, June 11 and Monday, June 12. A weblink to reserve your pick-up time will be sent to you upcoming payment of your invoice. Buyers may also ship their work at their own expense. Email artauction@crockerart.org for more information.
The Crocker Art Museum Association is a tax exempt, nonprofit organization as described in section 501 {c)3 of the IRS Code. Our tax identification number is 94-2552486.
Thank you for supporting the Crocker!
Terms & Conditions
All lots are sold "as is." The Crocker Art Museum makes no statements, warranties, or representations as to the accuracy of any auction item's description, genuineness, provenance, or condition. The Museum reserves the right to withdraw any item offered for bid, at any time. The Museum will not be responsible for any loss or damage to auction items. The name(s) of the successful bidder may be released to the item's donor. Purchaser's contact information will not be released without consent. All bids are considered final and nonrefundable. Successful bidders are required by law to pay sales tax (8.75%). A buyer's premium of 3.1% is added to your invoice to cover credit card processing fees.