kunstauksjoner
Kunstauksjoner, or art auctions, are sales events where works of art are sold to the highest bidder. These events are typically conducted by auction houses, which act as intermediaries between sellers and buyers. The process begins with an auctioneer presenting a piece of art, known as the "lot," and soliciting bids from the audience. Bidders indicate their interest by raising a paddle or making a verbal signal. The bidding continues until no further offers are made, at which point the auctioneer declares the highest bid as the winning bid, and the art is sold to that bidder.
Art auctions can range from highly specialized events focusing on a particular artist or art movement to