Bidder Registration
Annual Art Auction 2026
Auction details
Date & Time: Sunday 24 May 2026, Preview starts from 9:00am, auction starts from 10:15am
Location: Aarwun Gallery
The auction catalogue is currently in preparation, registered bidders will receive early and exclusive access prior to public release.
*Please ensure all details are accurate as registration is required for bidder verification.
AUCTION TERMS & CONDITIONS
Aarwun Gallery Annual Art Auction 2026
Registration & Eligibility
All bidders must complete registration prior to participation in the auction. Registration is subject to approval by Aarwun Gallery, which reserves the right to accept or decline any application at its sole discretion.
A valid form of identification (including but not limited to a driver’s licence or passport number) may be required for verification purposes.
All bidders confirm that information provided during registration is true, accurate, and complete.
Privacy & Personal Information
Aarwun Gallery collects personal information solely for the purpose of auction registration, bidder identification, administration, and related operational requirements.
This information may include name, contact details, address, and identification details.
All personal information is stored securely and will not be disclosed to third parties except where required by law.
By registering, bidders consent to the collection and use of their information for auction-related purposes.
Auction Participation
Bidders may participate in person, by telephone, or by absentee bidding (where applicable).
Aarwun Gallery accepts no responsibility for errors, delays, or communication failures during bidding.
The Gallery reserves the right to refuse any bid without providing justification.
Bidder Responsibilities
All bidders are responsible for understanding the nature of the auction and the items offered for sale.
By placing a bid, bidders acknowledge that all bids are final and legally binding.
Successful bidders enter into a binding contract of sale.
Auction Process
Aarwun Gallery reserves the right to:
Withdraw any lot from the auction at any time
Combine or separate lots
Change the order of sale
Resolve disputes at its sole discretion
Refuse any bid without explanation
Buyer’s Premium & Charges
A buyer’s premium of 20% plus GST applies to all successful hammer prices.
A 3% admin fee applies to all credit or debit card payments.
All charges are added to the hammer price to form the total purchase price payable.
Reserve Prices
Certain works may be subject to reserve prices. Where applicable, works will not be sold below the reserve price set by the vendor.
Payment & Sale Terms
Successful bidders will be invoiced following the auction.
Full payment for items purchased must be made on the day stated on the invoice unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Ownership of artworks will not transfer until full payment has been received.
Title & Risk
Title passes to the buyer only upon full payment.
Risk in the artwork transfers to the buyer at the fall of the hammer.
Layby Terms (Optional)
Layby is available subject to approval with the following conditions:
Minimum purchase value of AUD $1,000
30% non-refundable deposit required upon approval
Balance must be paid in full within three (3) months
Failure to complete payment may result in cancellation and forfeiture of deposit
No Cooling-Off Period
All auction sales are final. No cooling-off period applies.
Warranties & Condition of Works
All works are sold “as is” unless otherwise stated.
No guarantees are made regarding condition, attribution, authenticity, or provenance.
Liability
Aarwun Gallery shall not be held liable for any loss, damage, or injury arising from participation in the auction, except where such liability cannot be excluded under Australian law.
Amendments
Aarwun Gallery reserves the right to amend these Terms & Conditions at any time. The most current version applies to all bidders.
Acceptance of Terms
By registering and participating in the auction, bidders confirm that they have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions and the Conditions of Sale.