SINCE 1983
Sell Your Art
with Hodgins
Hodgins Art Auctions Ltd. specializes in the sale of Canadian & international fine art. We are always happy to discuss your artwork and provide market estimates for inclusion at auction.
Art Market Expertise You Can Trust
When choosing an art auction house to work with, expertise and a proven track record matter.
Hodgins Art Auctions has specialized in the sale of fine Canadian and International artwork for over 45 years. Through our sister company, Hall’s Auction Services, we deal in antiques, fine wine & spirits, jewellery and collectibles.
To get the best results, attention to detail is key. At Hodgins, we meticulously examine, research, and describe every item we receive, creating accurate and compelling catalogue entries at no extra cost to you.
Our extensive network reaches 15,000+ clients across Canada, the US, and internationally. We showcase our auctions in detailed online catalogues, public showroom preview events, and targeted print and online marketing. Our team is always available to answer questions and provide personalized support.
Let us help you achieve the best possible outcome for your art collection.
Submit Your Artwork for Auction Estimates
Take photos.
Using your phone or a digital camera, take clear pictures of the front and back of your artwork.
Ensure you include any condition issues or areas of note.
Measure your artwork.
Measure the height and width of your artwork. If the work is sculptural, also include the depth.
Only measure the work itself, not including the frame.
Collect the details.
Note the artist, medium and size of the work in your inquiry.
Include any provenance or
history you have available.
Contact Us.
Submit your artwork for estimate using the form below, or at sell@hodginsauction.com.
Request an Auction Estimate
FAQS: Our consignment and selling process
Review our FAQs to get a better understanding of our consignment process.
If you have questions that aren’t covered here, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Can I visit you in person to receive an estimate?
In order to serve our clientele efficiently and to our best capacity, Hodgins accepts consignments by appointment only.
We encourage submissions of consignments through our online form, or via email. Sending images of your artwork online allows us to review and provide feedback efficiently. Booking an appointment ensures that we are prepared for you and your artwork to arrive.
Don’t worry – if you are unable to send us images, we are always happy to review work in person. Contact us by phone or email today to set up a time to review your artwork.
What happens after I receive a pre-sale estimate?
Once you have received your estimate and have decided that you would like to sell with us, we will complete a consignment contract that lists your pieces, and sets forth the terms and fees for the services that Hodgins will provide. We will then schedule with you to receive the work.
How do I get the artwork to you?
The consignor is responsible for bringing the property to Hodgins, or having it delivered on their behalf. View our list of trusted art handlers and shippers.
What information will I receive once I consign?
When we receive the work, you will sign a consignment contract that outlines the Hodgins terms and conditions and commission rates.
Once the work is examined and catalogued, we will send you an official catalogue listing, including estimates.
When and how do I get paid?
By law, consignors must be paid for items sold at auction within 21 days of the sale. Hodgins deposits all monies from sales into a Trust Account on behalf of the consignor.
Each consignor receives a complete accounting of the sale, listing each item, the amount it sold for, the amount of the commission and the amount of the net cheque for sold prices less our commission.
Can I request a reserve price for my art consignment?
The reserve price of a lot is the minimum hammer price that an artwork is allowed to sell for.
Hodgins will consult with you and provide you with current market feedback to determine a reserve price for each artwork at auction.