Simpson Galleries at a Glance

SIMPSON GALLERIES

Auctioneers of Fine Art & Antiques

Est. 1962

Simpson Galleries

Simpson Galleries is Houston’s most trusted and prestigious auction venue, achieving strong results for our clients in Texas and across the United States for more than 60 years.

Holding live and online auctions throughout the year, Simpson Galleries is the auctioneer of choice for sellers and buyers of quality fine art, antiques, decorative arts, jewelry, asian art, furniture, collectibles, and 20th century design.

Our experts provide auction evaluations and authoritative appraisals for family heirlooms, treasured personal collections, or a lifelong story in a large estate.

FRIEDEL DZUBAS (German/American 1915-1994)

Borgia, 1979

Sold for: $77,675

FAIRFIELD PORTER (American 1907-1975)

House with Yellow Gable, 1953

Sold for: $61,000

Simpson Galleries by the Numbers

60+ years of a family owned business based on integrity and honesty

60,000 square feet of facilities - with unique spaces available for private or organization events

1000+ consignors each year who entrust Simpson Galleries

4,000+ items offered for sale on behalf of our consignors each year

4 auctions each year

400-600 quality lots offered for sale in our Signature Fine Art & Antiques auction events

4 ways to bid - in person, absentee, telephone, and online

1,000,000+ potential bidders from around the world through online auction platforms

30 days after auction - settlement payment to our consignors (faster then most auction houses)

$35,000,000+ sold for our consignors in the last decade

$203,150 achieved for the Andrew Wyeth watercolor, Jean Hadlock, in 2019

68 bids competing internationally for a 19th century Uzbekistani Suzani Embroidery - sold for $18,675

Expertise in Art and Antiques

20th Century Design

Mid Century Modern

Luxury Goods

Modern Art

Contemporary Art

Antiquities

American Art

European Art

Asian Art & Antiques

Silver

Furniture

Latin American Art

Decorative Arts

Antique Firearms

Art Glass and Lalique

Sculpture and Bronzes

Photographs

American Indian Art / Artifacts

Texas Art

Western Art

Americana

Prints and Multiples

Maps

Jewelry

Watches and Timepieces

Clocks

Texana / Historical Documents

Objects of Vertu

DEREK BOSHIER (British b. 1937)

Between Sunset and Sunrise, Houston, 1980

Sold for: $25,850

Authoritative Appraisals

Simpson Galleries has the in-house expertise to produce the highest quality appraisals, from a single painting to a large estate collection. All appraisals exceed the requirements set forth by appraisal societies, insurance companies, and the IRS. Our decades of experience in the auction market provides for the most accurate and informed valuations.

We offer verbal and written appraisals for:

• Estate Tax

• Gift Tax

• Charitable Donations

• Insurance/Replacement Value

• Fair Market Value for Financial Planning Purposes

• Collection Evaluations for Sale

• Damage and Loss

• Equitable Distribution

• General Assessments of Value

Our appraisals come with compliance to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), the extensive expertise of our appraisers, and guaranteed acceptance by all intended users of the appraisal. You can rely on our valuations as they are backed by years of experience in the auction market.

Estate Solutions

Simpson Galleries has decades of experience working with families, executors, and fiduciaries who are tasked with the appraisal and disposition of the tangible assets of an estate collection. We are always available to confidentially discuss your needs for the evaluation and potential sale of the tangible property in an estate.

Whether it is a simple walkthrough for general value assessment, a detailed IRS compliant estate tax appraisal, or clearing the house of all items appropriate for auction sale - Simpson Galleries is a valuable resource in handling the disposition of an estate.

• IRS compliant and accepted appraisals

• On-site evaluations

• Comprehensive inventories

• Accurate assessments of salable items

• Auction sale proposals

• Estate planning consultation for your collection

JULIUS STOCKFLETH (American/Texas 1857-1935)

View of Galveston from Pelican Island, 1907

Sold for: $161,325

Fine Art and Antiques Storage

Simpson Galleries has available space for contract storage of fine art, furniture, and antiques in our secure and climate controlled warehouse. Our experience in handling and caring for high value property translates into the peace of mind that your items will be well cared for and safe.

We provide storage for as little as a single painting to long-term storage of large collections.

FRANK C. MCCARTHY (American 1924-2002)

The Sioux Buff alo Run, 1973

Sold for: $31,750

Art and Antiques Restoration

Simpson Galleries offers professional in-house restoration of art and antiques. Whether an item is consigned for auction or part of your private collection, our restorationists can clean and make almost any repair ensuring that your treasures present in the best possible way.

Conservation, Restoration, Cleaning, and Repair including:

• Furniture

• Paintings

• Antiques

• Porcelain

• Silver • Veneers

• Carved Wood

• Re-varnishing

• Tear / Hole Repair

• Paint Loss Restoration

• Frame Repair

Because each restoration is unique, it is usually necessary to view the piece prior to issuing a quote.

Achieving strong results for our clients ...

A Rare Antique Civil War Era Map, Pressler’s Map of the State of Texas, 1862

Sold for: $137,425

JEAN DUFY (French 1888-1964)

Edinburgh en Ecosse

Sold for: $72,500

Sold for: $295,000

for more than 60 years

Jean

Sold for: $203,150

A Yellow Gold and 14.73 Ct J VS1 Emerald Cut Diamond Ring

ANDREW NEWELL WYETH (American 1917-2009)

Hadlock, 1957

Houston’s Oldest and Most Trusted Auctioneer

Three generations of the Simpson family have been Houston’s premier fine art and antiques auctioneers of choice for collectors and sellers throughout the Texas region since 1962.

William Simpson Galleries early location at 4001 Main Street in downtown Houston, circa 1970s.

The Galleries

Simpson Galleries showcases old world aesthetics with a contemporary flair.

Our 60,000 square foot facility houses our offices, exhibition spaces, and auction salesroom.

The main salesroom holds live auction events, hosts a preview exhibition the week prior to each of our auctions, and is available for private and organization events amidst a treasure trove of fine art and antiques.

PORFIRIO SALINAS (American/Texas 1910-1973)

Bluebonnets at Dawn and the Violet Crown Hills, CIRCA 1951

Sold for: $35,380