Visit the auction showroom on viewing days and browse the brilliant collection of artworks by both lesser-known and famous names, unusual antiques, watches and jewellery, designer shoes and handbags, and marvel at historically significant art and furniture. Whether you are a seasoned collector or a first-time homeowner looking for beautiful things for your house, this auction is the perfect place to start.
BID ONLINE: View the whole auction and see what's on offer, register, and bid live via the user-friendly, interactive online bidding space via bidlive.rkauctioneers.co.za
An easy way to do all of this is to download the free app via Google Play or the App Store. Live bidding begins on Thu, May 8 and runs until Sun, May 18, 2025.
Visit the pre-auction exhibition at the Russell Kaplan showroom
You can view the items under the hammer at the auction house showroom in the Bram Fischer Centre in Ferndale, Randburg.We highly recommend paying a visit to get a sense of the size of the items included in the sale, browse and get a feel for the incredible variety on offer. Visiting the showroom is always a fun experience, with all manner of curious antiques, period furniture, and striking artworks filling every available space.
Showroom visiting times
EVENING PREVIEW TIMES: Tue, May 6 and Wed, May 7 from 16:30 – 20:00, pop in for some bubbly.DAYTIME PREVIEW TIMES: Tue, May 6 – Fri, May 9 from 09:30 - 16:30 and Sat, May 10 from 09:30 – 13:00.
Sessions and times
During the auction, lots go at around 50 per hour, so check lot numbers for items you want to secure. Please check Russell Kaplan Auctioneers' site for any changes.
Session 1: Thu, May 8, 09:00 – 18:00
Antique Paintings and Prints, Maps, Botanical Art, and Traditional European ArtSession 2: Fri, May 9, 09:00 – 18:00
Contemporary Decorative Art and Township ArtSession 3: Sat, May 10, 09:00 – 18:30
Objets of Vertu, Silver, Glassware, Costume Jewellery, Porcelain, and CollectablesSession 4: Sun, May 11, 09:00 – 18:30
Objets of Vertu, Silver, Glassware, Porcelain, and CollectablesSession 5: Mon, May 12, 09:00 – 18:30
Collectables, Curiosities, Decor, and DesignSession 6: Tue, May 13, 09:00 – 16:00
Collectables and CuriositiesSession 7: Wed, May 14, 09:00 – 15:00
BooksSession 8: Wed, May 14, 15:00 – 18:00
Carpets, Tapestries, and TextilesSession 9: Thu, May 15, 09:00 – 15:00
Silver, Collectables, and Costume JewellerySession 10: Thu, May 15, 15:00 – 18:00
Fine Watches, Pocket Watches and Luxury PensSession 11: Fri, May 16, 09:00 – 15:00
Fine Gold, Antique and Collectable JewellerySession 12: Fri, May 16, 15:00 – 19:30
Vintage and Designer Shoes, Bags and AccessoriesSession 13: Sat, May 17, 09:00 – 19:00
Classical African and Asian Art, CeramicsSession 14: Sat, May 17, 13:00 – 16:30
Modern and Postmodern Paintings, Drawings, Prints, and SculpturesSession 15: Sun, May 18, 09:00 – 19:00
Antique Furniture, Mid Century Design, Mirrors, Light Fittings, and CollectablesThe Russell Kaplan showroom is located at Bram Fischer Centre (lower level), corner Bram Fischer Drive and George Street, Ferndale, Randburg.
How to bid in an online Russell Kaplan auction
Pre-bids can be placed online before the sale. Bidding is then hosted live online over several days. Registration to bid in the auction is open online at rkauctioneers.co.za where you can browse all the items going on sale.
Online pre-bids and live online bids are treated equally, so rest assured if nobody bids over your pre-bid during the live session, the lot is yours. After submitting a successful bid, you'll receive your auction invoice by email so you can arrange payments and collection.
You can request further images of any items you might be interested in and consult directly with the Russell Kaplan team by emailing rka@global.co.za or sending a WhatsApp to +27 83 675 8468.
