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INTERNET AUCTION TERMS & CONDITIONS   The Terms & Conditions set forth pertain to you (The Buyer/Bidder) bidding at any/all auctions, managed by Westport Auctions & AARauctions.com. BIDDER REGISTRATION: (See Register To Bid) In order to begin the process of bidding on the internet, you must register in advance and be approved by us. (See Register To Bid) No bids whatsoever will be accepted without a completed registration application. All property is sold "As Is." The Consignor makes no warranties or representations of any kind with respect to any property offered for sale. The Auctioneer makes no warranty of title, warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, or any other warranty or representation of any kind or nature with respect to the property. In no event shall either be responsible for the correctness of descriptions, dimensions, weights nor deemed to have made any representation or warranty of description, genuineness, attribution, provenance or condition of the property and no statement by anyone, statements in the catalogue, in any advertisement, in the bill of sale or invoice, or elsewhere, shall it be deemed such a warranty or representation or an assumption of liability. All bidders acknowledge their right to have made full inspection of any and all properties prior to sale and agree to be charged with all matters such inspection may have disclosed or indicated. Westport Auctions & AARauctions.com retains all rights to copyright or other intellectual property contained in this auction. All photos are the property of Westport Auctions & AARauctions.com and are not to be used by anyone else without written permission. BUYERS PREMIUM (BUYER’S PREMIUM DEFINITION: The Buyer’s Premium is that portion of the commission(s) which is being paid by the buyer. It is clearly understood and agreed by both the buyer and the Seller that the Auctioneer and Broker represent the Seller only.) Bid & Won By ​​Payment Method​​Premium Internet Bidding​-Credit Card​​             26% Internet Bidding-​Cash, Check,*Wire​​ 23%   SALES TAX: - Buyers are required to pay the associated NYC sales tax (8.875%) on the total sales price, including the Buyers Premium. The only exceptions are if a valid sales tax exemption certificate is supplied Westport Auctions & AARauctions.com prior to checkout or invoicing or if the item(s) are shipped to a State other than the state in which the auction is held. In the latter case, a Tangible Personal Property For Resale By A Non-Resident (of auction state) Dealer will need to be signed by the Buyer, and adequate evidence of authority to do business in the Buyer's home state is required. Westport Auctions & AARauctions.com will not refund any sales tax once collected.   PAYMENT METHODS: - Cash, Bank Wire Transfer, Pre-Approved Personal, Cashiers or Certified Bank Checks (allow 2 weeks clearance for all personal checks), Master Card or Visa Credit Cards (You will be required to fill out and send back a form with your signature through email to process a credit card payment. This is easy to do by scanning or even taking a picture with a Smartphone and emailing). At the close of the sale of any item(s), title to the property immediately transfers to the successful bidder, who in turn, becomes the owner of the property. Buyer assumes full risk and responsibility for the purchased property, including all costs and expenses of handling, shipping, insurance, taxes, export and otherwise, and is liable for the full purchase price, plus Buyers Premium and applicable taxes. Payment must be made either on the day of the auction or within (7) seven business days from the close of the auction. Checks must be dated and bankable on the day of purchase; they will not be held for any period of time and must clear through our bank before merchandise is released. A $30.00USD fee will be added for returned checks. All Buyers paying by credit card are limited to a maximum of $5000.00USD per auction with balances over that amount to be paid in cash or bank wire transfer, absolutely no exceptions. If you are the successful bidder, and do not remit payment as specified, the amount owed will be charged to your credit card together with such charges set forth in these terms of sale. Bidder agrees if paying by credit card that they shall not attempt a chargeback for any reason whatsoever. Under no circumstances will any item be released for shipping until full payment is received and cleared. CONDITION REPORTS: - Detailed condition reports are not offered by the auctioneer Westport Auctions & AARauctions.com  or the Consignor. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. It is the responsibility of the bidder to examine lots in person, through an agent and/or by visiting and viewing the many photos available on each item being offered for sale. Any condition report given, as a courtesy to a potential bidder, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. All counts, weights and measurements are approximate and not guaranteed. The Auctioneer shall bear no responsibility for any error or omission. Condition requests can be requested via email. We recommend preview in person. PREVIEW: - Time to physically view the items offered for sale is offered before the auction at 118 West 20th St. 8th Floor, New York, NY Monday thru Friday, 10AM-4PM starting on May 9th - 13th. No preview during auctions on Saturday, May 14th or Sunday, May 15th. BIDDING AT THE LIVE AUCTION: Space is limited $50. Cash deposit per person for admission - refundable by returning bid card. Planning on attending? Pre-registration available online to speed up the process. PHONE BIDDING: Phone bidding is available for this auction. Bidding must start at $500 per lot. The deadline for phone bid submission is 3PM on Friday, May 13. A credit card is required on the phone bid form. Contact info@aarauctions.com if you are interested in phone bidding. PICKUP SCHEDULE: Items fully paid for may be removed from 118 West 20th St. 8th Floor, New York, NY.  Pickup begins the day after the close of the auction and continuing Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm for ten days after close of the auction. Items not removed within ten days shall be deemed abandoned and will be disposed of at buyers expense unless prior arrangements have been made for deviation. All buyers needing the freight elevator shall be scheduled after full payment and packing of purchases have been completed. Removal Terms: the following Terms apply to all buyers and those representing buyers in the packing & removal of purchases. Note: The contents of a 20,000 sq ft space on the 8th Floor need to be removed within a 10 day window following the auction. In an effort to be fair with all buyers and to have a safe and orderly removal process, all buyers shall strictly adhere to the following few removal terms. 1. Pay invoice, pack purchases, schedule elevator time and remove purchases. Anything not removed within 10 days shall be deemed abandoned and will be disposed of at buyer’s expense. 2. Invoice must be paid for in full prior to pickup. No payments will be accepted onsite during pickup days. A paid receipt must be presented at auction site in order to start the packing and removal process. 3. Buyers are responsible for bringing their own help and all packing materials between the hours of 8:30AM-5PM. Freight elevator on (Not running 12-1PM) 20th St. shall be utilized for orderly removal. An appointment is needed for the use. Therefore, buyers need to make an appointment to be on the schedule for removal. No appointment will be provided until the buyer is prepared with all purchases gathered and packed. FAILURE TO APPEAR AT APPOINTED TIME WILL RESULT IN RESCHEDULING OF APPOINTMENT AND A $50 CANCELLATION FEE. 5. All freight elevator scheduling will be done onsite and at the discretion of the Elevator Coordinator located on the 8th floor. PACKING, SHIPPING & INSURANCE: - The Buyer is responsible for the removal/shipment of all purchased property purchased at 118 West 20th St. 8th Floor, New York, NY in the time specified herein. Westport Auctions & AARauctions.com is not responsible for any damage or loss that occurs while your objects are in another's care. If loss or damage should occur during shipment, it is incumbent upon the Buyer to file for recovery with shipper. Westport Auctions & AARauctions.com shall not be responsible for any damage or loss. Westport Auctions & AARauctions.com will not be held responsible for choosing a shipper in the event of any act and/or omissions in packing. All international customs, duties and other tariffs are the responsibility of the Buyer. Shipping & Insurance charges are a separate charge from your auction purchase charge. Westport Auctions & AARauctions.com shall not be shipping any items whatsoever.  TRUCKING FOR OVER-SIZED PURCHASES: We recommend Uship.com for all trucking needs. You can obtain a competitive shipping quote and lock it in. In addition, we can provide a list of local shippers.   BUYER DEFAULT: - If any of the Terms of Sale are not fully complied with by the Buyer, The Buyer will be in default without the need of notice by Westport Auctions & AARauctions.com.  The Buyer shall be liable to Westport Auctions & AARauctions.com and the Consignor for the total purchase price, including all premiums, charges, and expenses specified in the Terms of Sale. Interest shall accrue at the rate of 18% per annum commencing with the date of the auction. In addition to other remedies available to Westport Auctions & AARauctions.com by law, Westport Auctions & AARauctions.com may, at its option, a)cancel the sale of the lot(s) on which the buyer defaulted and any other lots sold to the defaulting Buyer at the same or any other Auction(s) and retain as liquidated damages all payments made by the Buyer, b) resell the purchased property, whether at public auction or private sale, or c) pursue any combination of a) and b) above. In the event of default, the Buyer will be responsible to Westport Auctions & AARauctions.com and the Consignor for any deficiency, any and all costs and expenses, including reasonable attorney's fee, collection fees and expenses, late charges and other damages. Westport Auctions & AARauctions.com may, at its discretion, apply any proceeds of the sale otherwise due to the Buyer or monies of the Buyer in Westport Auctions & AARauctions.com possession to reduce or satisfy the Buyer's obligation.    ENDANGERED SPECIES & CITES PERMITS: (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species) - The export of a lot from the United States or import into certain countries may be subject to export and import regulations, licensure and/or other restrictions; in particular, lots containing animal material such as ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, coral or whalebone may require the granting of one or more export or import licenses or may be banned from import altogether by some countries. Lots that contain these aforementioned materials may also not be eligible for exportation if they are not over one hundred years of age. It is the buyer's responsibility to investigate any such restrictions and to obtain any relevant export or import licenses. Please note that this process is governed by local authorities and may take considerable time. Regardless of any delay in the obtaining of an export or import license or denial of a license's issuance, purchased lots shall be paid for in accordance with the Conditions of Sale, and any such delay or denial shall not serve as the basis for cancellation of any sale. Prospective buyers are advised to obtain information from the relevant regulatory authorities regarding export and import restrictions, requirements, and costs prior to bidding. There is no assurance that any necessary licenses can be obtained.   AUCTIONEER'S DETERMINATION FINAL: - A lot will be sold to the highest bidder as determined in the sole and exclusive judgment of the auctioneer, Westport Auctions & AARauctions.com. The auctioneer will also have the sole and exclusive power and authority to a) resolve any disputes between bidders, b) determine whether to pass or re-offer a lot for sale, c) reject or challenge any bid or advance in the bidding, d) exclude any bidder from the sale and e) otherwise regulate the bidders, the bidding and its increments.   WITHDRAWAL OF PROPERTY FROM SALE: Westport Auctions & AARauctions.com reserves the right to withdraw property from the sale for any reason and with no liability whatsoever for such withdrawal. RESCISSION OF PROPERTY: - In the event that Westport Auctions & AARauctions.com receives notice of an adverse claim with respect to purchased property, he shall have the right (but not the obligation), in his sole and absolute discretion, to rescind the sale to the Buyer, upon written or email notice to the Buyer. Upon such notice, the Buyer will promptly return the purchased property to Westport Auctions & AARauctions.com in the same condition as when purchased. The purchase price will then be promptly refunded to the Buyer, including Buyer's premium and applicable taxes paid. Buyer will have no further recourse against Westport Auctions & AARauctions.com  the Auctioneer, or the Consignor, nor shall they be liable for any damages of any nature suffered by the Buyer. SEVERABILITY & WAIVER: - If any provision or portion of these Terms & Conditions of Sale shall be deemed unlawful, void, or unenforceable under applicable law, that provision or portion shall be stricken and severed from the remaining provisions, which shall remain in full force and effect. Failure to enforce any of the provisions in the Terms & Conditions of Sale shall not be deemed a waiver of the right to enforce any other provisions of these Terms & Conditions of Sale.   NO ASSIGNMENT: - Unless Westport Auctions & AARauctions.com consents in writing, buyers may not assign their rights or any other of their obligations related to an auction or other sale by Westport Auctions & AARauctions.com.   NO MODIFICATIONS: - These Terms & Conditions of Sale may not be changed unless Westport Auctions & AARauctions.com and the Buyer have agreed to do so in a written agreement signed by both parties, or in an electronic agreement via email. NOTE: Registration to Bid Constitutes Acceptance of These Terms & Conditions of Sale