Estate & Downsizing Specialists LLC
701 S. Ransom Lane
Bloomington, IN 47403
Date(s) 3/6/2026 - 4/3/2026
Online Only Friday, April 3 with a 10AM soft staggered close
Past Auction
Online Only Auction
Shipping Available
Bidding Notice:
All bidding is online only, your bid is your contract to purchase if you are the winner of a lot in this auction. Buyer's Premium is 20%. See details for preview times, checkout details, and payment options. Please read the terms and conditions. By bidding in this Auction you are legally agreeing to abide by these guidelines.
Auction Notice:
NOTICE Date change to Friday April 3.
Auction Information
| Name | 4/3 Sterling Silver Art Fine Furnishings & Collectibles |
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| Auctioneer |
Estate & Downsizing Specialists LLC
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| Type | Online Only Auction |
| Date(s) | 3/6/2026 - 4/3/2026 |
| Auction Date/Time Info |
Online Only Friday, April 3 with a 10AM soft staggered close
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| Preview Date/Time | Thursday April 2 and by Appointment |
| Checkout Date/Time | Monday, April 6 from 1-6PM By Appointment |
| Location |
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| Buyer Premium | 20% Buyers Premium |
| Description |
AUCTION ENDS with real time online bidding closing at 10AM Friday, April 3.
EDS Fine Estate Auctions presents a group of Mid Century - Mission Oak - Antique - Asian furniture. A Custom desk by Dale Holub. Antique and Contemporary paintings, etchings, seriagraphs, original art by Ellen Sieber, Roy Sieber, Karen Holtzclaw a large amount of sterling silver flatware, ingots and serving pieces. Many additional specialties from multiple estates include estate ivory and bone Netsuke, figurines and specialty items. Fine crystal by Baccarat, Lalique, Waterford, Orrefors. A very nice collection of signed art glass vases, perfumes and figures. Painted Fenton glass. Catherinholm enamelware. Ceramics by Lladro, Rosenthal, Weller. Austrian and English dish sets, Wedgwood, Limoges and others. Original cast iron door stops and circus wagon toy, quilts and rugs, silver cased orthodox Icons, as well as ethnographic and folk items from the Sieber collection.
Additional lots will be added up to the day before the sale closes.
PREVIEW For this auction is by appointment. Preview & checkout is at:
EDS
701 S Ransom Lane
Bloomington IN 47403
CHECKOUT / PICKUP is Monday, April 6th from 1:00 to 6:00 PM BY SCHEDULED APPOINTMENT PLEASE.
SHIPPING Is available for most lots in this auction other than furniture. EDS has a professional in-house shipping department. Shipping is not free nor is it inexpensive. Shipping in today's economy and cost environment is expensive. We will charge a handling fee above and beyond carrier charges to cover labor and materials. Please do not bid on heavy or fragile items and then expect us to reduce your shipping charges. These costs are non-negotiable.
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Terms and Conditions
The offering and sale of property by Estate Downsizing Specialists, LLC (EDS) is subject to the following conditions of sale, as modified or supplemented by other written provisions and/or in announcements made by the auctioneer, prior to or at the time of the sale.
YOUR BID IS YOUR CONTRACT TO BUY. All auctions are considered reserve auctions unless otherwise posted. EDS and its employees reserve the right to bid on any item for any reason, including absentee bids placed by non-internet bidders and reserve bids placed by EDS staff on behalf of our sellers.
BUYER’S PREMIUM: All bidders will pay an buyer’s premium of 20% or as noted in the auction details. Bidders using Invaluable or Live Auctioneers platforms will pay a premium of 25%. Buyer’s Premium for Specialty and Automobile Auctions may vary, see individual auction descriptions for details.
REMOVAL of PURCHASED LOTS: Items may be removed from the auction house by the buyer after the invoice has been paid. Removal shall be at the expense, liability, and risk of the purchaser. EDS shall not be responsible for items not collected by close of business on the Friday of the week of the auction. Lots not paid for and/or removed within this time frame may be resold at public or private sale without further notice.
PAYMENT: EDS accepts cash, major credit cards, Zelle, wire transfer, personal checks (with a hold until payment clears) and certifiable funds. Nothing will ship until payment is clear and certified to our bank.
Buyers will be contacted via email by Shipping Saints after the auction closes; buyers must click on SHIPPING or PICK UP within this message. EDS makes every effort to contact buyers, however, it is the buyers' responsibility to communicate with EDS to arrange pick up or shipping. Purchased items will not be stored at the EDS facility beyond the week of the auction and will be considered forfeited.
Gold, Numismatics, Sterling Silver or purchases over $1000 REQUIRE CONFIRMED FUNDS for new buyers with EDS, such as ACH, Bank or Wire Transfer, as well as proof of identity. Restrictions on shipping of gold and other items may apply. The full purchase price and all applicable taxes and fees are required before removal or shipping of any items.
REQUEST FOR INFORMATION: Requests for additional information and/or photos will be handled as received. Timely replies may not be possible if received within the final 3 days before an auction closes.
TERMS OF SALE: A bid on any lot offered by EDS indicates the buyers’ acceptance of the Terms of Sale. Any participation in the auction binds you to the agreement of these terms, whether you read or understand said terms. The Terms of Sale in writing contained herein are subject to change without notice. The bidder agrees that the most recently published Terms of Sale, as published or amended on the website at the beginning of the auction, shall apply.
DISCLAIMER: All items presented for sale are estate or downsizing items and are used merchandise unless specified as new. Do not assume anything will be included with used items unless they are described and pictured in our listings. Neither we, nor the consignor, make any guarantees, warranties, or representation expressed, or implied, regarding the property or the correctness of the description, of the authenticity of authorship, physical condition, size, quality, rarity, importance, provenance, exhibition, literature, or historic relevance of the property or otherwise. No statement anywhere whether oral or written, shall be deemed as a guarantee, warranty, or representation. The consignor and EDS make no representation or warranty as to whether the purchaser acquires any reproduction rights in the property.
RETURNS, DESCRIPTIONS and GRADING: EDS staff are not professional graders or experts, though we make every effort to give our best analysis of condition, grade, and quality. Items graded by third party grading companies such as PCGS are listed as described by the grader. All items are sold as-is and all sales are final. EDS makes no warranties or guarantees of condition. It is the responsibility of the bidder/buyer to establish the authenticity, grade, details, flaws, provenance, and authenticity of all lots by personal preview. Because of the level of fraud encountered in this industry, it is important that buyers understand this responsibility prior to bidding. All sales are final.
YOUR BID IS A CONTRACT TO BUY: Bidding in an EDS Auction is your contract to purchase. Effective and enforceable immediately when you become the high, winning bidder, you have agreed contractually to your purchase per the laws of the State of Indiana. All bidders must be 18 years of age or older and competent to conduct a financial transaction. EDS makes every effort to accurately describe all lots. We will make every effort to accurately describe all items - descriptions, marks, identification, and photographs of the items will not be considered a warranty or guarantee of authenticity or value. All auctions are considered reserve auctions unless otherwise posted. EDS and its employees reserve the right to bid on any item for any reason, including absentee bids placed by non-internet bidders. The bidder/buyer agrees to pay all costs associated with any collection process for funds due to EDS. This may include legal and court fees, time, and ANY associated costs. The purchaser agrees that a fee of 10% per month will be added to the balance of any unpaid amount due to EDS. This will include ANY and ALL costs associated with collection, including damages.
NEW LOTS MAY BE ADDED: New lots may be added to any of our auctions up to the Friday before the Monday close of the sale.
BIDDING: Auction lots will have a staggered ending time starting at 6pm or 7pm EST, depending on the season, with most auctions closing on Mondays and Wednesdays. All EDS auctions have soft closing times. Stagger time varies per auction depending on the total lot count. Any bids placed in the last two minutes of time remaining will extend the total time. If two bidders place high bids that are the same amount, the FIRST recorded bid becomes the winner. Make sure you have the high bid before assuming you have purchased an item. EDS assumes no responsibility or liability in the bidding activities during the close of the auction. Once an item is closed, EDS cannot change the winning bidder status under any circumstances. EDS reserves the right to withdraw any bid for any reason.
ADDITION TO OR WITHDRAWAL FROM SALE: Seller or Auctioneer may withdraw or change the items being sold in this event at any time and at their discretion.
SALES TAX: 7% Indiana Sales Tax will be charged for all buyers with Indiana residence. If you have a Tax Exemption, we must have your Exemption Certificate on file before the close of the auction. No Lots will be released on a Tax-Exempt basis until EDS has a current copy ON FILE. Certificates can be emailed to EDSOnlineAuctions@Gmail.com.
SHIPPING: In-house shipping is available on some, but not all, lots. Additional charges will be due and paid separately for shipping and handling. Please know that shipping fees are not determined by the price you pay per lot but by the size, weight, cost of packing material, and labor. You will be given an invoice after items have been packed that you can pay online. Prices are not negotiable. KINDLY DO NOT HAGGLE WITH US over packing and shipping prices. By shipping in-house, we control the packing quality, ship more quickly, and less expensively than third-party shippers.Your purchase is insured in transit against damage. Please note that we are not responsible for packages stolen once delivered. If you wish to have us request insurance or a signature upon delivery, let us know by email as soon as you have paid for your items.We take pride in packing with the utmost care, making sure your purchase reaches you safely and quickly. We are usually able to ship within 2 to 3 weeks of your auction payment, sometimes faster, but at times also slower. We work as fast and carefully as we can to provide you with the very best service. If you have any special instructions about shipping or delivery (such as a signature requirement, providing your own shipping label, or using a third-party service), please contact us (Shipping@EDSIndiana.com) as soon as you have paid for your items, so we may serve you better.
See the Shipping/Pick Up tab for more information.
TECHNOLOGY DISCLOSURE: EDS has created an Internet Auction environment for buyers. This technology, along with your personal Internet connections and equipment, can fail. In the event you are unable to complete the bidding process for any reason, EDS is not liable to any bidder for loss of time, expense, or damages. By registering for this auction, the buyer/bidder agrees to hold EDS harmless for any damages or expense due to technology malfunctions. EDS is an agent for our Seller(s) and in no way represents the buyer/bidder legally. EDS reserves the right to withdraw any bid for any reason. Bidding in this auction creates a binding contract obligating the buyer/bidder to complete the purchase transaction per the Terms of Sale listed here.
Bid Increments
Your bid must adhere to the bid increment schedule.
| Bid Amount | Bid Increment |
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| 0.00 - 50.00 | 1.00 USD |
| 50.01 - 100.00 | 5.00 USD |
| 100.01 - 250.00 | 10.00 USD |
| 250.01 - 500.00 | 15.00 USD |
| 500.01 - 1,000.00 | 25.00 USD |
| 1,000.01 - 5,000.00 | 50.00 USD |
| 5,000.01 - 10,000.00 | 100.00 USD |
| 10,000.01 - 100,000.00 | 250.00 USD |
| 100,000.01 - 9,999,999.99 | 500.00 USD |
Payment Information
| Currency | USD |
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| Buyer Premium | 20% Buyers Premium |
| Payment Terms |
IN-PERSON PICK-UP ORDERS
Payment is due at pick-up for non-shipping orders. Payment is by Cash, Credit/Debit, Wire Transfer, Check or Money Order. Cash payment is preferred for in-person check out. Items paid by check or money order will not be released until the funds have cleared and secure in EDS accounts. Payments made by cash or check will receive a 3% discount off the Buyer's Premium.
For all orders over $1000 dollars, credit cards will not be accepted unless you are a current customer of EDS and have an approved, active bidding and purchase history.
SHIPPING ORDERS
Buyers requiring shipping must contact EDS to let us know you require shipping by the end of the business day following the close of the Auction. EDS staff will work with you to arrange shipping. See shipping section for details. All payment terms listed here will apply to shipping orders.
FURTHER CONDITIONS
A credit card is required to be on file to register for this auction. This credit card will be retained by Estate & Downsizing Specialists LLC until such time as bidder/buyer closes his purchase account with the Auction Company. Registering for this Auction , as part of the agreed terms and conditions, authorizes Estate & Downsizing Specialists LLC to charge bidders/buyers credit card on file, for all fees, purchases (final bid amount), taxes and related items, including S&H costs if item is to be shipped to bidder/buyer. Pick-up location is 701 S.Ransom Lane, Bloomington IN. Any items purchased must be picked up at time and location listed in these terms unless prior arrangements are made with Estate & Downsizing Specialists LLC.
Bidder/buyer agrees to pay all charges legally due using this process by registering for this auction. Any card declined for payment will result in a $35.00 service fee added to the final payment due for handling of the declined payment. In the event that you will need to use an alternative payment please advise us by email to EDSIndiana@gmail.com immediately following the close of the auction. A printed paper invoice will accompany all orders at pick-up. All transactions will be paid in US Dollars.
For new bidders whom we don't have any history, EDS wants to clarify how important your business and bids are. Having said that, we ask that you understand if our staff calls and ask for information or details about you or the payment transaction, this is simply a precaution to protect us from fraud. Chargebacks to credit cards cost us every season. Sometimes these charges are legitimate because of a mistake or error on our end or yours. Unfortunately, more often than not, these chargebacks are the result of a stolen card or a fraudulent buyer. We ask that you please understand our position. We simply cannot ship items to out of state bidders without assurance that the payment is secure and in our account. In some cases, especially where the items purchased are higher value lots, we may ask for a check, USPS money order or a wire transfer payment. We will look at your bidding history with us and on Hi-Bid and make these decisions based on that information. We hope this will not be a deterrent to honest and serious buyers and we ask that you call us at 812-822-2508 if you have ANY questions or concerns before bidding.
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Shipping / Pick Up
Professional in-house shipping is available for lots in this auction with the Truck emblem in the lot listing. Please check with us before making a bid. Shipping is not free and will be charged separately from your final invoice.
We make every effort to provide shipping as reasonable as possible but we do have to cover all labor and materials. We ship in house, no third party shippers involved. Shipping costs is non-negotiable.
USPS
For lots valued over $300 dollars, insurance is required. Estimate $4.00 for the first $100 in coverage and $3.00 for each additional $100 in declared value up to $5000. We will only ship registered insured or priority express insured for most orders over $500 dollars. This will always apply to high value jewelry, coins or other small items easily lost or stolen in transport or orders over $5000 in declared value.