Indianapolis Auction House
Indianapolis Auction House for Art & Design
Sheafer + King Modern is an Indianapolis auction house specializing in art, sculpture, ceramics, art glass, and design.
Our auctions connect sellers with collectors across the United States and internationally, offering a trusted way to buy and sell art in Indianapolis.
Art Auctions in Indianapolis
We conduct art auctions in Indianapolis featuring a curated selection of:
- modern & traditional paintings and prints
- sculpture
- ceramics and art glass
- mid-century modern design
Each auction is presented online and supported by live preview events in our Indianapolis art gallery, giving buyers the opportunity to experience the work in person before bidding.
Sell With Our Auction House
If you are looking for an Indianapolis auction house to sell art, Sheafer + King Modern offers:
- expert evaluation and pricing
- professional cataloging and photography
- access to a global audience of collectors
- competitive consignment rates
Our auctions are listed on our website as well as leading international platforms including Liveauctioneers and Bidsquare, attracting bidders from across the United States and around the world. Approximately 20% of our bidders are local, 70% are from around the United States, and 10% are international.
👉 Consign Art for Auction
Why Choose Sheafer + King Modern
- Family-owned auction house with personal service
- International audience of bidders
- Competitive consignment rates
- Option to consign pieces to auction or toour Indianapolis art gallery and website
- Trusted by consignors, buyers, and dealers for honesty and transparency
- Live auction previews in Indianapolis
- Carefully curated auctions
We work closely with collectors, estates, and individuals to ensure each piece reaches the right audience. The big thing that makes us unique is that we also accept consignment to our Indianapolis art gallery. This gives our clients more options for the best way to sell their art for the highest price on a schedule that works for them.
For instance, we often work with clients who want us to offer a piece in the gallery for a period of time, and then if it hasn't sold offer it in an auction. We will work with you to decide the best way to sell your collection, and if we think that there is a better option for you than working with us, we will do our best to connect you with an auction, gallery, or dealer that can best serve your needs.
Upcoming Auctions
Explore our upcoming auctions or browse past results to see recent works offered through our Indianapolis auction house.
Serving Indianapolis and Beyond
While based in Indianapolis, Sheafer + King Modern works with clients throughout:
- Indiana
- the Midwest
- the United States
- international markets
FAQ
Do you sell entire estates?
We currently do not have the capacity to sell entire estates, however we have several estate auction companies that we work with regularly. If you have an estate that has a collection of valuable art, glass, ceramics, or modernist furniture, please contact us. We will be happy to sell the pieces that we can to maximize the value of those pieces, and connect you with another auction or estate sale company that you can trust to liquidate anything else that you want to sell.
Do you sell traditional art?
Yes! In our Indianapolis art gallery, we only sell Modern and Contemporary art, however in our auctions, we sell art from all eras and styles including Indiana Brown County artists, European and American art, landscapes, portraits, still life paintings, etc.
Do you sell furniture?
We sell Modernist furniture from the 1940s-2000s both in our gallery and in our auctions. Because we have limited space we typically only sell high value Modern furniture. We generally do not sell antique or general household furniture, however if you have a particularly unique piece we will consider it if space in the gallery allows.
What is the best auction house in Indianapolis for art?
Sheafer + King Modern specializes in modern and contemporary art, offering curated auctions with international reach. In our auctions, we also sell traditional art including antique paintings, Indiana Brown County landscapes, traditional sculpture, etc.
How do I sell art at auction in Indianapolis?
You can consign your artwork with Sheafer + King Modern. We handle pricing, cataloging, and marketing to a global audience. Please email us photos of the pieces that you want to sell and any information you have.
Can I attend an auction in person?
We offer live preview events before each auction, allowing collectors to view works in person. Our auctions are held online, so there is no in-person bidding, however we do allow bidders to bid live by phone and to leave absentee bids if they do not wish to bid online.