How much will it cost to acquire a work at auction?

Instructions

  1. Enter the amount obtained or anticipated as auction price ('hammer price')
  2. Fill the amounts associated with the " Costs to consider "
    • In the case of Fixed costs , enter the amount in the currency of your choice (CAD, USD or Euro)
    • In the case of Variable costs , enter the percentage (%) applicable to your situation (information provided by the auction house)

Calculations are performed automatically.

Costs to consider (at the expense of the buyer)
%Amount
Fixed costs
Total fixed costs
Variable costs
Total variable costs
Total transaction costs
Artwork cost

You are dealing at Sotheby's, Christie's, Phillips or other international auction's house? Try also Gavel Calculator or Auctiolator