The Estate

The Estate
Online Auctions

The Estate is Webb’s fortnightly online auction showcasing a curated selection of mid-century furniture, antiques, vintage treasures, modern design, and collectible glassware, ceramics, and art— all at accessible prices.

All items are on view at our Mount Eden gallery for the duration of the auction, with bidding taking place online. The fortnightly auctions open for bidding online on Friday mornings, and close on Tuesday evenings from 8pm.

Recent Online Auction

Bidding Online + Weekday & Weekend Viewing

The Estate | 25—29 July

The Estate catalogue is live and ready for eager collectors, treasure hunters and those with a sharp eye for craft and uniqueness. 

This fortnight’s showcase includes a sleek Carson Cabinet designed by Rodolfo Dordoni, alongside a strong selection from Kartell that suits any space with ease. Don’t miss the sculptural vintage Georgia Jacob Kali Lamp — a true standout. And if you're missing the Oasis reunion, this Britpop gem might just hit the right note.

As always, the catalogue is filled with antique, vintage, mid-century, and contemporary design treasures seeking stylish new homes.
Don't forget to pick-up a coffee and pastry at
Normanby Fine Wines & Spirits before perusing this weekend's viewings.

Charlotte Dippie
Specialist, The Estate
charlotte@webbs.co.nz
+64 22 527 5334

Cam Millar
Manager, The Estate
cameron@webbs.co.nz
+64 22 342 5610

Upcoming Online Auction

The Estate | Design Edit
22 August —26 August

We are presently seeking consignments for our August premium sale, The Estate: Special Edit. This is part of out much-loved fortnightly The Estate series, but with a premium edit of designer items studded throughout the catalogue.

We are continuing to see a strong demand for quality furniture and home accents, in particular mid-century and postmodern pieces.

We are particularly interested in designers such as Eames, Hans Wegner, Florence Knoll, Philippe Starck, Lucie Rie, Kartell, among quality examples of unattributed design pieces from all eras.

Scandinavian, Japanese, Italian, and American pieces are always highly sought after, as are examples of Kiwi innovation from those like Garth Chester and John Crichton.

If you have stellar examples of design you’re thinking of bringing to auction, please contact our specialist team

Charlotte Dippie
Specialist, The Estate
charlotte@webbs.co.nz
+64 22 527 5334

Cam Millar
Manager, The Estate
cameron@webbs.co.nz
+64 22 342 5610

Upcoming Online Auction

Bidding Online + Weekday & Saturday Viewing

The Estate | 8—12 August

Entries are invited for our upcoming iteration of The Estate, Webb's fortnightly menagerie of all things design.

With a focus on vintage objects for residential settings — or for commercial spaces with a residential feel — The Estate is on the lookout for furniture, rugs, lighting, silver, ceramics, glassware, decor and the like.

Our clients are particularly interested in mid-century design as well as original furniture and lighting from recognisable designers and brands. Likewise, objects of rarity and quirk, antiques and vintage as well as contemporary objects tend to sell well at auction.

Our team of specialists are dedicated to ensuring a hassle-free process that seeks the highest possible return for any item consigned to us. Please get in touch to discuss how we can best assist you in finding a new home for your objects or collections.

Cam Millar
Manager, The Estate

About The Estate Department

The Estate at Webb's presents a diverse range of design treasures. Situated adjacent to our primary gallery in Auckland, this venue offers a unique chance to purchase mid-century furniture, antiques, glassware, ceramics, and art, all available at exceptionally affordable prices.

Established names including Eames, Backhouse and Don sit alongside work by emerging practitioners in a wide ranging offering to excite new and old collectors alike.

While these are online auctions, the space is curated and on view for a week leading up to the auction closing. This provides our bidders with an opportunity to engage with the pieces and speak with our specialist team—who are on hand to assist with any queries.

From the tradition of our original Penrose weekly sales, and those that took place at Manukau Road, The Estate at Webb’s promises the same excitement and superb offerings that captivated our clients and established the brand at the forefront of all things design.

Getting Your New Find to Its New Home—Our Collection Policy 

To ensure a smooth transition for your newly acquired items, we kindly ask that all purchases from our Estate department are paid for and collected within three days of the auction closing. After five days, a storage fee of $5 per item per day will apply.

For your convenience, we are pleased to assist in arranging courier or transport services to help your new treasure reach you promptly and safely. Thank you for your cooperation in helping us keep our processes efficient and seamless!

Behind the Scenes

Did you know that our Estate department consigns, catalogues and photographs almost 1,000 lots a fortnight? That’s nearly 26,000 lots a year.

We’ve written a behind the scenes look into this wildly popular and ever-growing auction is a dynamic, fast-moving process that's kept running seamlessly by our hardworking Estate team. Take a closer look at how it all takes shape over the course of two weeks.

Sell With Us

Bidding Online + Weekday & Saturday Viewing

The Estate
Fortnightly Auctions

  • 10 July—15 July
    25 July—29 July
    8—12 August
    22—26 August
    5—9 September
    19—23 September
    3—7 October
    17—21 October
    31 October—4 November
    14—18 November
    28 November—2 December
    12—16 December

Entries are always invited for our upcoming iterations of The Estate, Webb's fortnightly online auction of all things design.

Our team of specialists are dedicated to ensuring a hassle-free process that seeks the highest possible return for any item consigned to us.

Please get in touch to discuss how we can best assist you in finding a new home for your objects or collections.

The Estate at Home

Our editorial series exploring the homes of collectors, staff, clients (and their pets) that shop at The Estate

Cam Millar
Manager, The Estate

  • Cam comes to Webb’s with a strong background in business and design. He has over 20 years of experience as a successful business owner in the fashion industry and as a buyer in the decorative arts world for vintage retailers. Cam enjoys the process of working closely with clients in both the sale and acquisition of a diverse range of collectibles.

    His extensive knowledge is an asset to both buyers and vendors. As an avid collector, Cam has an impeccable eye. With his sharp retail acumen and friendly nature, the fortnightly auctions make for an exciting opportunity for our buyers to acquire unique pieces at affordable prices.

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