Sell antique furniture with us
We buy a wide range of antique furniture, including 17th, 18th and 19th century fine English and Continental items. We offer immediate payment and the highest prices paid, avoiding unnecessary fees. Book an antique furniture valuation with our highly qualified experts, today. Sell your antique and old furniture with Hepplewhites, all from the comfort of your own home.
Unrivalled prices offered for antique furniture
We prioritise authenticity, provenance, condition, craftsmanship and rarity, assessing the originality of materials and construction methods, while looking for hand-carved details, dovetail joints and period-appropriate finishes. Contact Hepplewhites today to discover the true value of your antique furniture collection.
Why sell your antique furniture with Hepplewhites?
Traditionally, those seeking to sell antique furniture might assume a public auction to be the most effective approach to get the best prices for their items. However, because of the current buyer’s premium of 30% (inclusive of VAT), the buyers bidding on your items will reduce their bids accordingly.
Additionally, an auction house will also charge you a seller’s fee, illustration fee and insurance, as well as VAT, meaning that if your item sells, you will only receive 45% of the true value and if it doesn’t sell, you will still be responsible for paying the auction house certain fees.
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In addition, it may take up to three months after the auction house consigns your pieces for the first appropriate sale to occur and at least another month until you are paid, making a total of four months minimum before you receive any payment. Any unsold pieces will be re-entered into another sale, often taking several months before another suitable sale is arranged. Furthermore, since the item has already been exposed to the market, you will have to lower your price to encourage the sale, as your item will now be less appealing to potential customers.
Choosing Hepplewhites gives you peace of mind that you will receive true market value when selling antique furniture; a streamlined and discreet approach to selling, without the risk of going unsold, or delayed payments. We pay 100% of our valuation to you.
No auction fees
Over 30 years’ industry experience in buying and selling antique furniture allows us to accurately evaluate the value of your items and ensure you obtain the highest prices possible.
Immediate payment
Transactions are handled securely and transparently, ensuring that you as a seller and us are fully protected throughout the process. Once a price has been agreed, Hepplewhites will issue an immediate bank transfer there and then before any items of furniture are taken.
The comfort of your own home
Our customers prefer having their antique furniture valued by our experts in the comfort of their own home, saving the need to carry around often heavy items of furniture, cutting down on unnecessary travel time, costs and effort.
What type of antique furniture can you sell to Hepplewhites?
We buy a range of antique furniture, from Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian eras to art deco pieces and more. Have antique furniture to sell? Book a free, no obligation valuation, from the comfort of your own home.
How do we value old and antique furniture?
Our specialists have a huge amount of experience in antique furniture, with up to date knowledge of current trends in demand for period furniture. Here are the key factors we take into account for the antique furniture valuation you will receive when selling your items with Hepplewhites.
Authenticity and provenance
We verify the age and origin of a piece by examining construction techniques, materials and patina. A documented history or prestigious provenance adds significant value.
Condition and originality
While some wear is expected, untouched surfaces, original hardware and minimal restoration are preferred. Over-restoration or replaced elements can reduce value.
Craftsmanship and materials
High-quality craftsmanship, hand-carved details, dovetail joints and luxurious materials like mahogany, walnut, or giltwood, enhance desirability.
Rarity and uniqueness
Rare designs, unusual forms, or pieces from esteemed makers (e.g., Chippendale, Sheraton, Boulle) are more valuable, especially if few examples exist.
Have antique furniture to sell?
Contact us and speak to an expert today for your free valuation
