ABOUT
Why choose us
Items procured by Andrew Ford from all over the United States, as well as internationally, can be found in our store. The staff rotates the pieces from both private and public collections on a daily basis to keep the store looking fresh and new. Andrew and his outstanding team are working hard to bring a new level of service and wonder to Sarasota.
Who we are
Sarasota Estate Auction specializes in a wide variety of furniture, antiques, fine art, lighting, sculptures, and collectibles. Andrew Ford, owner and operator of the company, has a passion for finding the best pieces of art and antiques and sharing those finds with the Gulf Coast of Florida.
Our values
- Consistent, honest, and upfront with our clients
- Respectful and attentive to our customers’ needs
- Quality pieces at market value prices
- Trustworthiness in regards to piece’s authenticity
Andrew Ford
Owner & Auctioneer
Lathrop Ford
Owner & Director
Pippa Schwimmer
Director of Sales
James Jordan
Director of Consignments
Gus Mollasis
Sales
Lauren Molino
Auction Editor
Alex Smith
Photographer & Auction Catalog
Kay Zahn
Research & Description Specialist
Mia McDermott
Marketing & Accounting
Jay McDermott
Shipping & Inventory Manager
Igor Leviy
Artist and Art Restorer
Jan Dobrowolski
White Glove Delivery Service
Bear
The Shop Dog
Benefits of working with us
Direct, Open, and Honest communication
Sarasota Estate Auction promises to always give you honest answers to questions about any art or antiques that enter our store. When we appraise or acquire a piece, we always try to discover its full history. We will then pass this information along to you without over-exaggerating the details or hiding its past.
Experts in the art world
Andrew Ford has been in the art/antique world since he was a little boy. The son of a respected art appraiser and seller, Andrew grew up studying art and how it fits into history. Even today, he is continually reading reference guides, trade journals, online articles, and newspapers about the field of art and its artists.
Fair, Market Value Prices
Our team of accredited, certified appraisers will take the time to look at your item in detail. Your piece’s condition, history, and current market demand will be taken into account when coming up with a fair, market value price.
Commitment to our customers
We offer jewelry with a variety of price points for every collector’s needs. Contact us for a free valuation or to discuss buying and selling with Sarasota Estate Auction.
