DuMouchelles specializes in high-quality and distinctive property, including fine and decorative art, jewelry, luxury objects, and estate collections ranging from traditional to modern.

Categories frequently sold include:

• Rare Antiques & Modern Design
• Paintings & Prints
• Fine & Decorative Art
• Estate Jewelry, Watches, & Luxury Goods
• Furniture & Oriental Rugs
• Sculpture, Porcelain, Silver, Crystal & Ceramics
• Rare Collectibles
• Antique Arms & Armor
• Asian and Tribal Art

While we would like to accept every item presented to us, some property may not be suitable for auction due to condition, market demand, or value thresholds. When this occurs, our specialists will do their best to offer helpful guidance on alternative options.

• An estimate is a complimentary evaluation used to determine the likely auction value if an item were sold at auction – in the event you may be interested in selling.
• An appraisal is a formal written valuation prepared for legal reasons such as insurance, trust and estate or tax purposes.

DuMouchelles offers formal written appraisals for a fee when required for legal reasons. Appraisals include on-site evaluation and research by a team of subject matter experts. More information about our Appraisal Services process and scheduling an appointment is here.

When necessary, we can help arrange authentication by recognized specialists for rare or particularly valuable works.

1. You may submit photos* through our online evaluation form; or
2. Visit our gallery every Wednesday and Saturday from 11 AM – 4 PM**. To ensure we can give each item proper attention, we can review up to five pieces during walk‑in evaluations. If you have a larger group, we suggest starting by submitting photos online. For fine jewelry, larger quantities may be accommodated.
3. If you have a larger collection or estate, you may submit photos online or call us at (313) 963‑6255. On‑site visits and virtual tours may also be arranged, typically after an initial review of photographs.

* Please include 2 photos per item – the full piece and any signatures/marks. For paintings or framed works, include the back.  For estates or multiple items, submit room photos and a few key objects—we’ll follow-up if more details are needed.

**Please check our hours of operation for any updates.

No. DuMouchelles provides complimentary auction estimates for those considering the sale of fine and decorative art, jewelry, luxury objects, and estate collections ranging from traditional to modern. There is no obligation to consign; however, our evaluations are intended for clients with a genuine interest in selling. This initial review is an opportunity to understand potential auction value and explore your options with our specialists.

DuMouchelles focuses its valuations on items that are appropriate for auction, where we can provide the most accurate and market-driven estimates. If a piece is not a fit for auction, we may still offer general guidance when possible; however, a valuation is not always possible.

In these cases, our specialists will do their best to point you in the right direction and may recommend alternative resources or other people who are better suited to assist.

Photo submissions are typically reviewed within 1–2 weeks.

We conduct auctions monthly. Once your property is accepted for consignment, they can usually be placed in auction within approximately 5 to 8 weeks, depending on the auction schedule.

Within approximately one week after the auction, you will receive a preliminary settlement report showing which lots sold and their hammer prices.

Payment is issued after the sale is completed and buyer funds are received and cleared, typically within about 30 business days after the sale.

After you submit a request, the specialists at DuMouchelles will review your information and follow up with guidance on next steps, whether or not your property is suitable for auction.

If your items are accepted and you choose to move forward, you will receive a Consignment Agreement outlining the terms of sale. Once the agreement is completed and your property is received at our gallery, it is fully insured while in our care.

From there, each item is researched, professionally photographed, and cataloged for inclusion in an upcoming auction. You can follow your property through every stage—from catalog publication to final sale at the online auction.

You may bring property directly to our Detroit gallery, or we can help coordinate shipment with one of our recommended professional shippers who can provide you with quotes.

For smaller property such as jewelry, they may be sent via an insured carrier.

Consignors receive the hammer price of each sold lot, less commission and any agreed-upon fees. At DuMouchelles, commission is tiered, meaning higher-value items typically benefit from a lower percentage rate.

All terms, including commission and any applicable fees, are clearly outlined in the Consignment Agreement before you decide to move forward—ensuring full transparency throughout the process.