Fine Arts

Masterpiece Theater

We gratefully accept donations of the following types of fine art:

• Art of the Native American, Alaska Native, First Nation, and indigenous peoples of the world
• Fun, interesting, unique artifacts
• Hand-blown glass pieces
• High-end art supplies, easels, and large canvases
• Multiple-original prints including lithographs, etchings, engravings, monotypes, silkscreen, woodcraft, and linocuts
• One-of-a-kind pottery and ceramics
• Original paintings or drawings from all eras in a variety of media: oil, acrylics, pastels, watercolors, tempera, pen & ink, and collage
• Pacific NW: logging, ferries, mountains, parks, beaches scenes
• Sculptures and carvings in various metals, stone, or wood
• Signed limited-edition serigraphs and exceptional photographs
• Textiles and beaded work
• Valuable posters and maps
• Vintage advertising and memorabilia
• Picture frames in good condition and of ‘better’ quality
• Appealing but less precious art is also accepted, such as prints of all sizes, styles, mediums, and interests. These are typically displayed outside of the fine art room
• Blank canvases

View photos of special pieces as they are donated by visiting the Fine Art Bainbridge Rotary Auction Facebook page.

Key information for Sale Day

• We are proud to have offered for sale some remarkable pieces at the Rotary Auction & Rummage Sale in past years.
• Whether a painting by a European master, a classic Asian antiquity or a fun, retro sculpture, knowledgeable volunteers are assisted by professional appraisers to price items to be a value to the buyer.
• Art appreciators with any budget are sure to find a treasure.
• About a thousand items are priced first-come-first-served, with about 25 of the most sought-after pieces put on silent auction. Silent auction bidding closes at 15 minute intervals between 9:30 and 11:30 am.

For more information about this department, please contact:
arts@bainbridgerotaryauction.org