September 18, 2024

Wednesday, September 18 @ 9:30 am Preview Tuesday 10-6PM FURNISHINGS Beautifully inlaid and veneered buffet; Old jelly cupboard with old distressed blue paint; Nicest all oak Hoosier cabinet; Red Oriental cabinet; Oriental apothecary chest with 42 drawers & cabinet; Wonderful golden Oak buffet with shelf & mirrored back; Mahogany buffet; Oriental décor hall table; Corner cabinet; Really nice old trunk; Drop leaf table; Cherry dresser; Decorated served by Hooker Furniture; Victorian twist leg end table; Pair of unusual wooden display plinths; Leather armchair pair; Oriental fern stand; Drop front desk; Display top trunk with contents-military patches, coins & more; Small washstand; MCM tulip style side tables; Pair of armless loveseats; Great pair of MCM design upholstered blue armchairs; Colorful wire base tables; Brass coat rack; Open bookshelf; Banded edge table with twist legs; Pair of tufted upholstery loveseats; Wide plank board top farm worktable; with drawers; Golden Oak chest of drawers; Solid wood gateleg drop leaf dining table & chairs; Leather ottoman; Another fine country table with painted legs; Stressless ottoman; School desk with fold-up seat; Another nice trunk; Pedestals; Rattan chairs; Side table; Bar seats; Storage ottoman; Floor vases; Fine desk with compartments & chair; Golden Oak dresser with cradle mirror; Golden oak washstand with towel bar; Great old drop side farm table; 3 drawer chest; Pair of upholstered armchairs; Marble top washstand; Large sideboard with fine detailing; Side table with drawer; Floor lamps; Hall tables; Glass top driftwood base coffee table; Leather armchair; Sewing stand; 3 drawer chest; Footstool pair; Glass top side table; Small child’s rocking horse; Magazine holder; Set of stacking boxes; Good Oriental rugs & carpets; Oriental ceramic table lamps; Wooden churn; Tray top coffee table; Brass box; Marble top round table; Large plant riser; Footstool; Twisted base fern stand; Floor basket; Large floor vases with stands; Piano stool with glass ball & claw feet; Embossed leather ottoman; Accent pillows; Display stand; Small chest; Jewelry box; Lots of decorator accents; Parlor lamp with brass & Stone base; Venetian glass dresser tray; Mantel clocks; Brass candelabra on marble base; Student lamp with glass shade; Tree on amethyst sample; Carriage clock; Table lamp with stained glass dragonfly shade; Hanging lights; Great pair of stained glass shade lamps; Many more nice parlor lamps; Globe on tripod stand; Sconces; Rattan lamp; Figural lamps and much, much more! ART & SILVER Ships on shore artworks; Framed poster for Fredericksburg Civil War campaign; Spanish flamenco dancer; East Asian wall plaque; Original artwork by Jack Casey; Puppy & bunnies art; 3 panel Hiawatha & Princess prints; Ship models; Hunt prints; Carvings; Original artwork apple stealer; Moonlight on the lake art; Water mill at sunset painting; Stained glass panels; Middle Eastern goddess vase; Carved Chinese warriors & horse; Large Mother of Pearl elephant carving; Native American pottery; MCM plaque; Masks & much more! Sterling & silver-plate! Toothpick holder; Coffee pot with cream & sugar; Cobalt shaker set with silver overlay; Flatware in chest; Tongs; Flower basket holder; Tea spoons & more CHINA & GLASS Som Really nice ceramics! Pair of painted & pierced table lamps with cherubs; Spill vase pair with lad with spyglass & lass; Hand-painted bowl with gold accents; Pair of figurines; Small tea set with floral decoration; Hand-painted serving plate; Trinket dishes; Puppies in a basket; Dresser bottles; Matching vase sets; Oriental figurine; Pair of filigree top blue & white vases; Lots of porcelain figurines; Moriage decorated lidded jar; Hummels; Lenox vase; Celadon vase with cranes; Beautiful colorful S&P set on tray, Sample spoon on dish & lidded box; Native American vases; Vase with tiger décor; Chinese bobble head; White ceramic dishes in box; Candlesticks; Mixing bowl set; Dessert set with butterflies; Parian ware pitcher; Studio pottery; Wonderful tea set with elaborate decoration & gold trim; Blue & white baby head rest; Stein; Chicken; Lemon decorated pitcher; Bowls; Royal Worcester egg coddler in box; Pottery with paperwork; Pierced earthenware set; Wall pocket; Native American vase with frogs; Mosaic fruit; Vase in box; Candleholders; Cheese keeper; Capodimonte; Hummingbird on flower; Bud vases; Washbowl & pitcher set; Great pair of pansy decorated ewers with metal mounts; Another nice berry set; Dinnerware set; Strawberry set; Dresser set with pitcher, waste pot with lid, and more; Rose Medallion planter; Cottage ware teapot, creamer & sugar; Plates; Noritake; Ring holder; Mud men; Waterford crystal; Pair of white cut to pink vases with floral decoration; Ruffled opalescent edge master berry bowl & six serving bowls; Art glass pitcher; Large art glass display vase; Beautiful Cathness paperweight in presentation box; Blue swirl rose vase; Crystal tumblers & stemware; Crystal pitcher; Decanters; More paperweights; Cobalt vase; Pink depression; Colored twisted stem cordials in box; Yellow glass ruffled edge vase; Green glass bowls; Milk glass dresser boxes; Candlesticks; Cruets; Candy dishes; Pitchers; S&P shakers; Condiment set; Ashtrays; Small bowls; Large vases; Corning casseroles; Amber mixing bowl set; Oil lamps; Glass swan; Crackle vase; Fenton; Milk glass basket; Insulator; Pyrex refrigerator jars with lids; Blue canning jars and more! MORE Nice pierced star pattern bed warmer; Several nice quilts, old & new; Primitive hay fork; Venetian glass dresser tray; Large cloisonne vase; Large turned wood burl bowl; Brass bird; Brass mortar; Turned wood vase; Rabbit carving; Pencil box; Trinket boxes; Beautiful wooden boxes; Wood pounder; Wood book holder; Mother of pearl napkin rings; Pepper mill; Decoy; Oil lamps; Enamel baking dishes; Enamel strainer; Case Freez-all in box; Blue canning jars; More wooden bowls; Kitchen utensils; Granite ware roaster; Sugar shaker; Large Dilworth’s Coffee lift top store container; Sad iron; Old advertising tins; Cast iron sunflower trivet; Frog key hook; Soapstone carving; Brass candlesticks; Spittoon; Decorative clocks in metal frames; Framed needlework; Brass scales; Waste can; Brass kindling holder; Samovar; Watering can; Oil cans; Bellows; Welcome plaques; Firkin with lid; Pipe rack with contents; Old bottles; Pocketknives; Large glass jar; Stoneware jugs with Albany slip glaze; Wooden pulley; Singletree; Hanging lights; Old Christmas decorations; Floor drum; Acoustic guitar; Harmonica; Recorder; Brass Bird bookends; Cherub bookends; Olympus camera; Cholla wood pieces; Nautilus shell; Seashells; Binoculars; Old radio; Wall shelves; Brass box; Dog bookends; More bookends; Opera glasses; Lustre; Dresser brush & mirror set; Wooden candlesticks; Longaberger; Coins & currency; Fine jewelry; Nespresso machine; Large baskets; Purses; Tables of old Comic Books! 10cent comics; Disney; Donald Duck; Scrooge; Mickey & more; Lionel trains in boxes; Rural King railroad toys; Lionel Eastwood Automobilia; RR accessories; Crossing gates; Controllers; Loose toy train cars; Amoco & Getty fuel tanks; Buildings; Trestle; Water tank & more; Old metal toy cars & trucks; Wings of Texaco model; Wagner Flexio finisher;   Civil War books; Civil War relics; Bullets; Trek bicycle; Outdoor furniture; Snow sled; School desk; Cast iron plant rack; Tile top table; Galvanized watering can; Wash tub; Milk can; Glider & spring chairs; Metal wheels; Garden art; Long sections of architectural salvage fence;  & MUCH, MUCH MORE! Box Lots Outside to Start!   PETE'S AUCTION SERVICE Pete Elliott, VAAR #2845 Madison VA 22727 (540) 738-2256 10% BUYER'S PREMIUM Terms: Cash/Check/Credit Card 3% Food Available, Not Responsible for Accidents   Announcements on sale day take precedence We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone Auction to be held at WJ Carpenter (Gray) Buildings on northbound side of Rt. 29 between Brightwood and Madison.

Wednesday, September 18 @ 9:30 am

Preview Tuesday 10-6PM

FURNISHINGS

Beautifully inlaid and veneered buffet; Old jelly cupboard with old distressed blue paint; Nicest all oak Hoosier cabinet; Red Oriental cabinet; Oriental apothecary chest with 42 drawers & cabinet; Wonderful golden Oak buffet with shelf & mirrored back; Mahogany buffet; Oriental décor hall table; Corner cabinet; Really nice old trunk; Drop leaf table; Cherry dresser; Decorated served by Hooker Furniture; Victorian twist leg end table; Pair of unusual wooden display plinths; Leather armchair pair; Oriental fern stand; Drop front desk; Display top trunk with contents-military patches, coins & more; Small washstand;

MCM tulip style side tables; Pair of armless loveseats; Great pair of MCM design upholstered blue armchairs; Colorful wire base tables; Brass coat rack; Open bookshelf; Banded edge table with twist legs; Pair of tufted upholstery loveseats; Wide plank board top farm worktable; with drawers; Golden Oak chest of drawers; Solid wood gateleg drop leaf dining table & chairs; Leather ottoman; Another fine country table with painted legs; Stressless ottoman; School desk with fold-up seat; Another nice trunk; Pedestals; Rattan chairs; Side table; Bar seats; Storage ottoman; Floor vases;

Fine desk with compartments & chair; Golden Oak dresser with cradle mirror; Golden oak washstand with towel bar; Great old drop side farm table; 3 drawer chest; Pair of upholstered armchairs; Marble top washstand; Large sideboard with fine detailing; Side table with drawer; Floor lamps; Hall tables; Glass top driftwood base coffee table; Leather armchair; Sewing stand; 3 drawer chest; Footstool pair; Glass top side table; Small child’s rocking horse; Magazine holder; Set of stacking boxes;

Good Oriental rugs & carpets; Oriental ceramic table lamps; Wooden churn; Tray top coffee table; Brass box; Marble top round table; Large plant riser; Footstool; Twisted base fern stand; Floor basket; Large floor vases with stands; Piano stool with glass ball & claw feet; Embossed leather ottoman; Accent pillows; Display stand; Small chest; Jewelry box; Lots of decorator accents; Parlor lamp with brass & Stone base; Venetian glass dresser tray; Mantel clocks; Brass candelabra on marble base; Student lamp with glass shade; Tree on amethyst sample; Carriage clock; Table lamp with stained glass dragonfly shade; Hanging lights; Great pair of stained glass shade lamps; Many more nice parlor lamps; Globe on tripod stand; Sconces; Rattan lamp; Figural lamps and much, much more!

ART & SILVER

Ships on shore artworks; Framed poster for Fredericksburg Civil War campaign; Spanish flamenco dancer; East Asian wall plaque; Original artwork by Jack Casey; Puppy & bunnies art; 3 panel Hiawatha & Princess prints; Ship models; Hunt prints; Carvings; Original artwork apple stealer; Moonlight on the lake art; Water mill at sunset painting; Stained glass panels; Middle Eastern goddess vase; Carved Chinese warriors & horse; Large Mother of Pearl elephant carving; Native American pottery; MCM plaque; Masks & much more!

Sterling & silver-plate! Toothpick holder; Coffee pot with cream & sugar; Cobalt shaker set with silver overlay; Flatware in chest; Tongs; Flower basket holder; Tea spoons & more

CHINA & GLASS

Som Really nice ceramics! Pair of painted & pierced table lamps with cherubs; Spill vase pair with lad with spyglass & lass; Hand-painted bowl with gold accents; Pair of figurines; Small tea set with floral decoration; Hand-painted serving plate; Trinket dishes; Puppies in a basket; Dresser bottles; Matching vase sets; Oriental figurine; Pair of filigree top blue & white vases; Lots of porcelain figurines; Moriage decorated lidded jar; Hummels; Lenox vase; Celadon vase with cranes; Beautiful colorful S&P set on tray, Sample spoon on dish & lidded box; Native American vases; Vase with tiger décor; Chinese bobble head; White ceramic dishes in box; Candlesticks; Mixing bowl set; Dessert set with butterflies;

Parian ware pitcher; Studio pottery; Wonderful tea set with elaborate decoration & gold trim; Blue & white baby head rest; Stein; Chicken; Lemon decorated pitcher; Bowls; Royal Worcester egg coddler in box; Pottery with paperwork; Pierced earthenware set; Wall pocket; Native American vase with frogs; Mosaic fruit; Vase in box; Candleholders; Cheese keeper; Capodimonte; Hummingbird on flower; Bud vases; Washbowl & pitcher set; Great pair of pansy decorated ewers with metal mounts; Another nice berry set; Dinnerware set; Strawberry set; Dresser set with pitcher, waste pot with lid, and more; Rose Medallion planter; Cottage ware teapot, creamer & sugar; Plates; Noritake; Ring holder; Mud men;

Waterford crystal; Pair of white cut to pink vases with floral decoration; Ruffled opalescent edge master berry bowl & six serving bowls; Art glass pitcher; Large art glass display vase; Beautiful Cathness paperweight in presentation box; Blue swirl rose vase; Crystal tumblers & stemware; Crystal pitcher; Decanters; More paperweights; Cobalt vase; Pink depression; Colored twisted stem cordials in box; Yellow glass ruffled edge vase; Green glass bowls; Milk glass dresser boxes; Candlesticks; Cruets; Candy dishes; Pitchers; S&P shakers; Condiment set; Ashtrays; Small bowls; Large vases; Corning casseroles; Amber mixing bowl set; Oil lamps; Glass swan; Crackle vase; Fenton; Milk glass basket; Insulator; Pyrex refrigerator jars with lids; Blue canning jars and more!

MORE

Nice pierced star pattern bed warmer; Several nice quilts, old & new; Primitive hay fork; Venetian glass dresser tray; Large cloisonne vase; Large turned wood burl bowl; Brass bird; Brass mortar; Turned wood vase; Rabbit carving; Pencil box; Trinket boxes; Beautiful wooden boxes; Wood pounder; Wood book holder; Mother of pearl napkin rings; Pepper mill; Decoy; Oil lamps; Enamel baking dishes; Enamel strainer; Case Freez-all in box; Blue canning jars; More wooden bowls; Kitchen utensils; Granite ware roaster; Sugar shaker;

Large Dilworth’s Coffee lift top store container; Sad iron; Old advertising tins; Cast iron sunflower trivet; Frog key hook; Soapstone carving; Brass candlesticks; Spittoon; Decorative clocks in metal frames; Framed needlework; Brass scales; Waste can; Brass kindling holder; Samovar; Watering can; Oil cans; Bellows; Welcome plaques; Firkin with lid; Pipe rack with contents; Old bottles; Pocketknives; Large glass jar;

Stoneware jugs with Albany slip glaze; Wooden pulley; Singletree; Hanging lights; Old Christmas decorations; Floor drum; Acoustic guitar; Harmonica; Recorder; Brass Bird bookends; Cherub bookends; Olympus camera; Cholla wood pieces; Nautilus shell; Seashells; Binoculars; Old radio; Wall shelves; Brass box; Dog bookends; More bookends; Opera glasses; Lustre; Dresser brush & mirror set; Wooden candlesticks; Longaberger; Coins & currency; Fine jewelry; Nespresso machine; Large baskets; Purses;

Tables of old Comic Books! 10cent comics; Disney; Donald Duck; Scrooge; Mickey & more; Lionel trains in boxes; Rural King railroad toys; Lionel Eastwood Automobilia; RR accessories; Crossing gates; Controllers; Loose toy train cars; Amoco & Getty fuel tanks; Buildings; Trestle; Water tank & more; Old metal toy cars & trucks; Wings of Texaco model; Wagner Flexio finisher;

 

Civil War books; Civil War relics; Bullets; Trek bicycle; Outdoor furniture; Snow sled; School desk; Cast iron plant rack; Tile top table; Galvanized watering can; Wash tub; Milk can; Glider & spring chairs; Metal wheels; Garden art; Long sections of architectural salvage fence; 

& MUCH, MUCH MORE!

Box Lots Outside to Start! 

 PETE'S AUCTION SERVICE

Pete Elliott, VAAR #2845 Madison VA 22727 (540) 738-2256

10% BUYER'S PREMIUM

Terms: Cash/Check/Credit Card 3%

Food Available, Not Responsible for Accidents   Announcements on sale day take precedence

We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone

Auction to be held at WJ Carpenter (Gray) Buildings on northbound side of Rt. 29 between Brightwood and Madison.

Pete's Auction Service Terms & Conditions

 

1. TERMS & CONDITIONS OF SALE. The following conditions of sale make up the entire terms and conditions on which items listed in Pete’s Auction Service, on the internet website and addendum sheets will be offered for sale or sold by Pete’s Auction Service. All bidders who participate by bidding in this auction agree to the terms and conditions of sale and agree to be bound by the same. Any notices, posted or oral, during the sale, are also part of our terms and conditions of sale agreement. Acceptance of a bidder card or a bidder number constitutes acceptance of the following terms and conditions of sale. The purchaser's rights and Pete’s Auction Service respective rights and obligations hereunder are governed by Commonwealth of Virginia law. By bidding at Pete’s Auction Service auction, whether in person or by agent, sealed bid, telephone bid, via the internet or other means, the purchaser or bidder agrees that the contract created by these terms and conditions of sale is made and performed in the County of Madison, Commonwealth of Virginia and further agrees that should any dispute arise from this contract the jurisdiction for contractual disputes is Madison County, Commonwealth of Virginia. THE AUCTIONEER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY ERRORS OF THE PURCHASER INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE PURCHASER BIDDING ON THE WRONG LOT.

 

2. BUYER'S PREMIUM, SALES TAX AND TRANSACTION FEE: All bid prices "hammer prices" ("hammer prices" means the price at which a lot is knocked down to the purchaser ) for online bids will be subject to a buyer's premium of 15% payable by the purchaser.  This is not an aggregate percentage on the total items bid, rather a per item percentage rate. The premium is added to the purchaser's successful bid and the two together equal the total purchase price. Some items are exempt from Virginia Sales Tax and others may be subject to Virginia Sales Tax. The tax is computed on the total purchase price (hereinafter the total purchase price and applicable sales tax will be referred to as the "Total Amount Due"). To establish a tax free sale, a copy of a valid reseller's permit or other instrument or information must be provided to Pete’s Auction Service satisfaction establishing a sales tax exemption. Any purchaser claiming an exemption yet unable to provide proof at the time of payment, will be required to pay the tax to Pete’s Auction Service and seek a refund from the State of Virginia. Pete’s Auction Service has been authorized by the consignor to retain as part of Pete’s Auction Service remuneration, the buyer's premium payable by the purchaser.

 

3. METHOD OF PAYMENT. Online Auction sales are Mastercard, Visa or Discover. Live Auction sales are Cash, Good Check, Mastercard, Visa or Discover. A convenience fee of 3% will apply for purchases made with a credit card for live or online auctions.

 

CHARGE BACK PROHIBITED: You agree that you will accept all charges placed on the credit card associated with your account and you agree that you will not charge back any amount that the Auctioneer charges to your credit card. You agree that this provision applies equally to amounts charged in connection with any items you have won and any costs or fees.

 

4. TERMS OF PAYMENT. At the announcement of "SOLD", the highest bidder will have purchased the offered lot. All sales are final at the fall of the Auctioneer's hammer or at the announcement of "SOLD". The purchase is subject to all the terms and conditions set forth herein. The purchaser assumes full responsibility thereof and if requested will sign a confirmation of the purchase. Online bidding the item/items are sold to the highest bidder when the item closes. The purchaser further agrees to pay the Total Amount Due. The total amount due will be charged to the credit card that is used during registration.

 

5. WITHDRAWAL. Pete’s Auction Service reserves the right to withdraw any property from the auction prior to sale.

 

6. PROTESTS, DISPUTES AND THE AUCTIONEER. Pete’s Auction Service reserves the right to reject a bid from any bidder. The highest bidder, acknowledged by the Auctioneer, will be the purchaser. The Auctioneer shall have sole and final discretion as to the disposition of any dispute including the re-offer and resale of any article in dispute. Pete’s Auction Service records will be deemed conclusive in all respect in the event there is any dispute after the sale. Any legal disputes must be filed in the Madison County Virginia court jurisdiction. Should Pete's Auction service prevail in any such court proceeding, the claimant is liable for all attorney and court fees incurred by Pete's Auction Service.

 

7. FAILURE TO DELIVER PURCHASER`S PROPERTY. If Pete’s Auction Service is prevented by fire, theft, or any other reason from delivering any property to the purchaser, Pete’s Auction Service liability shall be limited to the sum actually paid therefore by the purchaser and shall in no event include any incidental or consequential damages.

 

8. GUARANTEE. All property offered for sale is as, is where as. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS AND NO EXCHANGES. Pete’s Auction Service does not guarantee or make warranties on any lot sold. Descriptions in the catalog are an opinion. They are written as an aid to potential bidders. Pete’s Auction Service acknowledges that there may be errors in what is written. Pete’s Auction Service strongly recommends that you personally view any item you bid on or have an acknowledge expert view the item. Pete’s Auction Service will have no obligation, i.e., no refunds or returns will be accepted, if the above conditions are not met. Items offered for sale as described in the catalog or any bill of sale, advertisement, addendum sheet or elsewhere as to authorship, period, culture, source, origin, measurement, quality, rarity, provenance, importance, exhibition or physical conditions are qualified statements of opinion and not representations or warranties. No employee of Pete’s Auction Service or any person purporting to act on behalf of Pete’s Auction Service is authorized to make on Pete’s Auction Service or the consignor's behalf, any representation or warranty, oral or written, with respect to any lot or item for sale.

 

9. BINDING EFFECT, MODIFICATIONS AND SEVERABILITY. The terms and conditions of sale shall bind the successors and assigns of all bidders and purchasers and inure to the benefit of Pete’s Auction Service successors and assigns. No waiver, amendment or modification of the terms hereof (other than posted notices or oral announcements during the sale) shall bind Pete’s Auction Service unless specifically stated in writing and signed by Pete’s Auction Service. If any part of these terms and conditions of sale is for any reason invalid or unenforceable, the invalid portion shall be stricken and the reset of the terms and conditions of sale shall remain valid and enforceable.

 

10. BIDS OF CONSIGNORS. Consignors, other than Pete’s Auction Service, are not allowed to bid on their own merchandise nor have any agent bid on their behalf. If the Auctioneer recognizes such bidding or is advised of same, the Auctioneer reserves the right to withdraw any or all items consigned by the offending consignor.

 

11. SHIPPING. If Pete’s Auction Service is asked to ship the purchased lots, there will be a separate charge for such shipping. Shipping charges will be based upon what it costs Pete’s Auction Service to ship the purchased lots to the purchaser. If packing and handling of purchased lots is done by Pete’s Auction Service, it is done entirely at the risk of the purchaser. All items must have shipping insurance; this insurance is mandatory. Pete’s Auction Service will not charge any labor charges for shipping. Pete’s Auction Service is not liable for any acts of omissions in packaging or shipping. Purchased lots handled by outside carriers or packers, including those Pete’s Auction Service may have recommended, may carry their own insurance and any claims for losses or damages should be addressed directly with the outside carriers or packers. Pete’s Auction Service will arrange for packaging and shipping at Pete’s Auction Service earliest possible convenience. Pete’s Auction Service will attempt to ship as soon as possible; however, shipping can take up to two weeks after full payment is received. In the case of crating or any exceptional packaging, the purchaser will be charged Pete’s Auction Service cost from outside agents. Purchaser pays shipping, packing material and insurance charges. Pete’s Auction Service reserves the right to purchase the outside shipper's insurance, to be self-insured or a combination of both. The shipping of any purchased items outside of the United States is hereby classified as "foreign export". All foreign export is the sole responsibility of the purchaser.

 

12. DISPUTES UNDER THIS CONTRACT. Purchaser and Pete’s Auction Service agree to mediate any dispute or claim arising between them resulting from the purchaser participating in the auction or any resulting transaction, with the exception of the failure of the purchaser to make full payment of the purchaser's obligations to Pete’s Auction Service. In the event the purchaser fails to make full payment to Pete’s Auction Service, Pete’s Auction Service may, but is not required to, proceed directly to court. Furthermore, the purchaser and Pete’s Auction Service agree that should mediation be necessary, mediation fees, if any, will be borne equally by the parties. Purchaser and Pete’s Auction Service are required under the terms and conditions of sale to enter into mediation before arbitration or any court action. Should a party commence legal action other than mediation without giving written notice to the other party, the party so commencing the legal action will not be entitled to recover attorney's fees even if they would otherwise be allowed in the action. All mediation, arbitration and court proceedings, whether in state or federal court shall be filed and conducted solely within Madison County, Commonwealth of Virginia and not in any other jurisdiction. Should mediation not settle the dispute between the parties, the purchaser and Pete’s Auction Service agree that any dispute or claim, in law or equity, resulting from the participation in the auction or any resulting transaction shall be settled in neutral binding arbitration utilizing the standards of American Arbitration Association and must be initiated and carried out in Madison County, Commonwealth of Virginia. Any bidder or purchaser agrees that the election of restricting any and all claims to Arbitration is a voluntary decision and is evidenced by the bidder or purchaser's participation in the auction. The purchaser specifically agrees to the following: I have read the terms and conditions of sale and by my participation in this sale I agree all disputes arising out of my participation will be first submitted to Mediation and if Mediation is not successful in resolving the dispute, I then submit to neutral bidding Arbitration with Pete’s Auction Service and any other entity under this contract. No lawsuit shall be filed until a person has in good faith completed all Mediation and Arbitration proceedings as required hereunder.

 

13. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED ABOVE, ALL PROPERTY IS SOLD "AS IS". NEITHER PETE’S AUCTION SERVICE NOR THE CONSIGNOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AS TO THE TITLE, MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS OR CONDITION OF THE PROPERTY OR AS TO THE CORRECTNESS OF DESCRIPTION, GENUINENESS, ATTRIBUTION, PROVENANCE OR PERIOD OF THE PROPERTY OR AS TO WHETHER THE PURCHASER ACQUIRES ANY COPYRIGHTS OR OTHER INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS IN LOTS SOLD OR AS TO WHETHER A WORK OF ART IS SUBJECT TO THE ARTIST`S MORAL RIGHTS OR OTHER RESIDUAL RIGHTS OF THE ARTIST. THE PURCHASER EXPRESSLY ACKNOWLEDGES AND AGREES THAT IN NO EVENT SHALL PETE’S AUCTION SERVICE AUCTION COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY COMPENSATORY, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.