The Estate
The Estate
Online Auctions
The Estate at Webb’s is a fortnightly menagerie of all things design. While these are online auctions, the space is curated and on view throughout the auction duration.
Located beside our main gallery in Auckland, the space presents an unrivalled opportunity to acquire mid-century furniture, antiques, glass, ceramics and art, all at very modest prices.
Current Online Auction
Bidding Online + Weekday & Saturday Viewing
The Estate | 13 — 17 December
After working their way through nearly 26,000 items this year The Estate team is saying goodbye to 2024 with another exceptional lineup of designer furniture, decor, lighting, and other aesthetically pleasing goods.
If you're craving a room update in the new year then you'll find plenty of inspiration within the catalogue. A new sofa can change the whole feel of a space, and two of our favourites this fortnight are this ice blue Arcade Sofa by Simon James, and this Italian Sofa and chaise In a rich chocolate leather. Chairs also feature heavily throughout, with some standouts including this set of four Jonathan Adler Caprice stools, these Pier chairs by Leonard Kadid for Resident, and a set of eight serenely styled Pelleossa chairs by Francesco Faccin. We also have a Phantom Hands contemporary re-edition of the iconic armless dining chairs first designed by Pierre Jeanneret.
If you're firmly in the camp of "no overhead lighting ever" then be sure to browse your way through the selection of lamps on offer. From minimal Mid Century perfection, to chic Italian design to rare retro gems—there's a lamp to suit every taste and flatter all angles.
Browse the full catalogue now and place your final bids of the year.
Charlotte Dippie
Specialist, The Estate
Cam Millar
Manager, The Estate
Upcoming Online Auction
Bidding Online + Weekday & Saturday Viewing
The Estate | 24 — 28 January
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.
Charlotte Dippie
Specialist, The Estate
Cam Millar
Manager, The Estate
Upcoming Online Auction
Bidding Online + Weekday & Saturday Viewing
The Estate | 7 - 11 February
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.
Charlotte Dippie
Specialist, The Estate
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.
Upcoming Online Auctions
Weekday + Saturday viewing – with all bidding online
The Estate
Fortnightly Auctions
Entries are always invited for our upcoming iterations of The Estate, Webb's fortnightly menagerie 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
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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.
Charlotte Dippie
Specialist, The Estate
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Charlotte is specialist in Decorative Arts for The Estate.Prior to joining Webb’s she studied at Te Herenga Waka Victoria University of Wellington, where she earned a Conjoint Bachelor of Arts Majoring in Art History and History, and Bachelor of Commerce, majoring Management, with a minor in Marketing. During her studies Charlotte made the most of the Wellington arts scene and worked at Te Papa Tongarewa, as well as volunteering with organisations such as the Adam Art Gallery, and the Katherine Mansfield House and Garden.
Her mixed business and arts backgrounds gave Charlotte the acumen to work on several single owner collections during her time at Webb’s. She enjoys the process of facilitating the sale of an object—from seller to buyer, and into its new home.
Charlotte has a particular interest in Applied Arts, more specifically New Zealand Studio Ceramics and Glass.