Bonhams

Bonhams has a heritage and reputation for connoisseurship and bespoke service known throughout the world. Founded in London in 1793, we are the sole remaining international auction house that is privately owned and in British hands. We hold more than 400 specialist sales a year in 60 different categories at our flagship salerooms in London, New York, Los Angeles, and Hong Kong.

The breadth of our reach means that Bonhams can offer items for sale wherever the works will attract the strongest interest and keenest bidding. Matching the item to the sale is an art in itself - and Bonhams has become a master at it.

With specialists in every major area of art, antiques, jewelry, motor cars and collectables, the depth of knowledge at Bonhams makes us a natural choice as the place to buy and sell.

THE HISTORY OF BONHAMS from 1793 to present day

1793 Bonhams is founded in Tavistock Street, Covent Garden by Thomas Dodd (1771-1850), one of the most famous print dealers of his day.

1806 New auction rooms in St Martin's Lane.Read More