right at the Rockefeller Center area. It is free and open to the public.

Sotheby's excels in American furniture and photography. Christie's excels in European furniture, books, and manuscripts. Both of them market themselves for having fantastic jewelry collections. Yet, due to their similarities, who people choose to buy and sell to largely comes down to “who's nicer” when they meet them.

How do auction fees work? The seller's commission at major auction houses, such as Christie's or Sotheby's, is 15%. On top of that, you'll be asked to pay shipping, LDL (loss, damage and liability insurance), as well as a hefty marketing and cataloguing fee.

Saleroom and viewing We are often open for weekend views, although the hours vary by auction. For specific viewing hours and other business matters, please contact the saleroom at +44 (0) 20 7839 9060.