Bidding
By bidding at McTear's, you fully agree with and understand our Conditions of Sale and accept all our terms below.
All prospective buyers are requested to register for a bidding number prior to the sale. Prospective buyers leaving commission bids need not register for a bidding number. Proof of identity may be required in all cases. Click for more information on bidding.
Commission (Absentee) Bids
Commission bids, for those buyers who are unable to attend the auction, are accepted subject to McTear's conditions of sale. These bids may be left with the auctioneers by post, fax,
telephone or in person. Commission bids instructed by telephone must be confirmed by fax or post by 9.30am on morning of sale.
Buyers Premium
A buyers premium of 15% + VAT will be added to the hammer price of each lot. This premium is applicable to all sales.
Droite de Suite
Under Droit de Suite or Artist’s Re-sale Rights legislation, auctioneers and art market professionals are required to collect royalty payments for all works of art by living artists sold above the hammer price of 1000 euros, which is approximately £680.
The royalty of 4% of the hammer price is charged to the buyer, in addition to the buyers premium and is not subject to vat. All royalty charges are paid to the Design and Artists Copyrights Society (DACS) and no handling costs or additional fees are retained by McTear’s. Please check with the auctioneers if you are unsure whether this royalty is payable on any lot that you are considering bidding for. Please note that the royalty payment is calculated on the rate of exchange at the European Central Bank on the date of the sale.
Packing & Shipping
McTear's do not offer a packing and shipping service for buyers though we are pleased to provide details of recommended professional packers and shippers. Arrangement may be made to have your purchases packed and shipped nationally and internationally.
Email Condition Report & Image Requests
Send your request, with lot number(s) and sale date, to i.c.glennie@mctears.co.uk (unless another address is otherwise stated on the previous page)
Please ensure that you indicate the sale date and lot number in your email.Condition of Lots
The absence of reference towards the condition of of any lot does not imply that the lot is free from imperfections. Prospective buyers are encouraged to examine lots closely
during viewing times. Condition reports are available on request. Although any known or visible damage will be mentioned in a Condition Report, no refunds will be made
on any lot that is later discovered to be restored. We recommend that prospective bidders seek the advice of an independent professional restorer prior to the auction sale.
Telephone Bidding
There are a limited number of telephone lines available to those who wish to bid by telephone during the auction. Those buyers who wish to register for this service must
confirm their request in writing no later than 9.30am on morning of the sale. Telephone bid requests by email to bids@mctears.co.uk, by phone to +44 (0)141 221 4456
or in writing to McTear's, Skypark, 8 Elliot Place, Glasgow G3 8EP.
Dimensions
Certain lots are described with dimensions. These are approximate and may be confirmed on request. Diamond weigts are estimated with a 'fan gauge' when approximated and should be used as a guide only.
Conditions of Sale