FAQ - The Auctionlab

The Auctionlab is a platform specializing in the sale of second-hand designer furniture, art objects and high-end decoration. Unlike an auction site, we offer a direct purchase offer system, without going through auctions. The professional sellers who publish their ads are rigorously selected to guarantee the quality of the pieces presented.

Cyril Chamalet, founder of The Auctionlab and renowned French television producer, uses his network and experience to identify exclusive pieces and encourage a strict selection of professional sellers.

• High-end selection: Each piece is offered by hand-picked sellers.
• Recognized expertise: Our team and our partners are specialized in designer furniture, contemporary art and vintage decoration.
• Security and transparency: A clear purchase offer system and additional checks ensure reliable transactions.
• International audience: benefit from visibility with a CSP+ clientele passionate about art and design.

1. Choose a piece (e.g. 70s designer light fixture, rare lithograph, etc.).
2. Make an offer at the listed price or offer another amount.
3. The seller reviews your offer and accepts or negotiates it.
4. Complete payment and arrange delivery.

This process offers more flexibility than a traditional auction while making sellers more responsible.

Use the search bar or browse the categories (Furniture, Lighting, Art, Decoration, etc.). You can filter by era, designer or style. Contact our customer service if necessary.

1. Select the desired part.
2. Click “Make Offer” or “Buy Now” if the price is firm.
3. Complete your information (address, payment method).
4. Receive a confirmation by email.

We mainly accept credit cards (Visa, MasterCard) and bank transfers.

Yes, you can make a lower or higher offer. The professional seller will decide whether to accept, reject or negotiate your proposal.

• Bank card (Visa, MasterCard)
• Bank transfer

The precise terms are indicated on each product sheet.

Each seller is carefully selected and responsible for the authenticity of their works. Verifications and supporting documents (certificates, provenance) may be requested for flagship pieces.

We ask sellers to provide supporting documents (certificates, history, etc.) and work with experts (gallery owners, antique dealers) to assess the authenticity of major pieces.

Our experts are recognized professionals – art historians, mid-century furniture specialists and experts in designer lighting – thus ensuring a rigorous evaluation.

If a seller has a certificate of authenticity or detailed provenance, they will provide it to the buyer. The Auctionlab ensures the correct transmission of these documents, but the validity remains the responsibility of the seller.

A Murano vase is hand-blown in Venice, often featuring colorful patterns or gilding. Authenticity is verified through documents or references provided by the seller.

Our team offers a personalized consulting service to guide buyers in choosing and harmonizing their pieces according to their tastes and space.

Yes, we offer dedicated support to professionals, including the search for rare pieces and personalized advice based on their projects.

Many sellers offer international shipping. Delivery times vary depending on the destination, carrier, and nature of the part.

Sellers use suitable materials (hard shells, bubbles, foams, etc.) and call on packaging specialists to ensure the protection of parts during transport.

If there is any problem, please contact the seller and our customer service immediately with photos. We will intervene if necessary to help you get a refund or compensation.

The possibility of return depends on the conditions set by each seller. We advise you to check this information before any purchase.

1. Create a seller account (reserved for professionals: antique dealers, gallery owners, merchants, etc.).
2. Submit your photos and detailed description (designer, year, condition, etc.).
3. Our team validates your ad if it meets the quality and authenticity criteria.
4. The part is put online and you receive purchase offers directly.

Note: For a rare or exceptional piece, contact us for a personalized evaluation.

We work with professionals selected for the quality and value of their objects. Individuals can offer an exceptional piece after evaluating its authenticity and rarity.

The AuctionLab selects its sellers with rigor in order to guarantee an exclusive and authentic offer. We collaborate exclusively with qualified professionals, such as merchants, galleries and antique dealers, who have an established presence in the field of designer furniture and exceptional objects.

Our selection criteria include several aspects:

• Experience and seniority: We favor sellers with long-term professional activity and proven expertise.
• Reliability and transparency: Membership in professional unions, chambers of commerce or specialist associations is a sign of seriousness.
• Physical and digital presence: A physical showroom, boutique or gallery demonstrates a lasting professional commitment.
• Reputation and customer reviews: We take into account buyer feedback and online reviews.
• Careful selection of objects: Each item must meet our standards of authenticity, condition and relevance to our catalog.

The Auctionlab receives a commission on the sale, the rate of which varies depending on the category of item and the volume of sales. Publication or promotion fees may also apply.

The initial price or estimate is set by the seller, sometimes supplemented by an expert opinion. The final decision is up to the seller based on the market, condition and rarity of the item.

Yes, providing a certificate, invoice or detailed history is highly recommended to build buyer confidence and speed up the sale.

• Target audience: an international CSP+ audience passionate about art and design.
• Visibility: highlighted via our channels (newsletter, social networks).
• Accompaniment: advice on presentation and pricing.

The seller remains responsible for the description and final price of his lot.

We evaluate the reputation, experience and quality of the parts offered by each partner, collaborating only with those who share our values ​​of requirement and transparency.

Leading designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Arne Jacobsen and Harry Bertoia. This style is characterized by clean lines, the use of quality materials and great functionality.

To create an elegant contrast, focus on a strong vintage element (armchair, light fixture, sculpture) and combine it with a contemporary decor by playing on colors and materials.

We are seeing the return of the mid-century, the attraction to natural materials (wood, marble, ceramics) and the search for exclusive pieces signed by renowned designers. 70s lighting and Murano glass are particularly popular.

Investing in contemporary art or rare lithographs can offer potential appreciation, bring a touch of elegance to your interior and support artistic creation.

By promoting the purchase of second-hand designer furniture and vintage art objects, The Auctionlab helps to extend the life of parts and reduce waste, while educating sellers and buyers about the value of existing assets.

We are continuously working on improving the user experience, expanding the selection (new categories, emerging artists) and organizing events to bring sellers and buyers closer together.