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  • Two Glazed Ceramic Pottery Vases Height of tallest 25 inches.
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 236

    Two Glazed Ceramic Pottery Vases Height of tallest 25 i...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • A Pair of Victorian Style Mahogany and Upholstered Armchairs Height 32 inches.
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 237

    A Pair of Victorian Style Mahogany and Upholstered Armc...

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • A Pair of North European Brass Candlesticks Height 15 1/4 inches.
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 238

    A Pair of North European Brass Candlesticks Height 15 1...

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • A North Italian Giltwood Mirror 64 x 19 inches.
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,500
    Lot 239

    A North Italian Giltwood Mirror 64 x 19 inches.

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,500
  • A Pair of Regency-Style Ochre-Painted and Faux Bamboo Single Beds Height 48 x width 40 1/2 inches.
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 240

    A Pair of Regency-Style Ochre-Painted and Faux Bamboo S...

    Est.
    $700 - $900
  • An American Provincial Walnut Dry Sink Height 78 1/2 x width 44 1/4 x depth 24 inches.
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $2,000
    Lot 241

    An American Provincial Walnut Dry Sink Height 78 1/2 x ...

    Est.
    $1,000 - $2,000
  • A Pair of Painted Cast Metal Three-Light Candelabra Height 6 1/2 inches.
    Estimate
    $100 - $150
    Lot 242

    A Pair of Painted Cast Metal Three-Light Candelabra Hei...

    Est.
    $100 - $150
  • An American Mahogany Tester Bed Height 82 x width 84 x depth 60 inches.
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $2,000
    Lot 243

    An American Mahogany Tester Bed Height 82 x width 84 x ...

    Est.
    $1,000 - $2,000
  • Two Color Lithographs Largest 30 x 22 1/2 inches.
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 244

    Two Color Lithographs Largest 30 x 22 1/2 inches.

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • A Set of Eight French Children's Book Illustrations, , depicting various nursery tales.
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 245

    A Set of Eight French Children's Book Illustrations, , ...

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • A Pair of Japanese Inlaid-Walnut Miniature Cabinets Height 12 inches.
    Estimate
    $150 - $250
    Lot 246

    A Pair of Japanese Inlaid-Walnut Miniature Cabinets Hei...

    Est.
    $150 - $250
  • A Japanese Scroll Painting Height 29 x width 54 inches.
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 246A

    A Japanese Scroll Painting Height 29 x width 54 inches....

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • A Regency Style Brass-Mounted Mahogany Lamp Table Height 57 inches.
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 247

    A Regency Style Brass-Mounted Mahogany Lamp Table Heigh...

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • A Silvered Metal Figure of a Rhinoceros Length 10 3/4 inches.
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 248

    A Silvered Metal Figure of a Rhinoceros Length 10 3/4 i...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • A Persian and Bone-Inlaid Hardwood Occasional Table Height 16 1/2 inches.
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 249

    A Persian and Bone-Inlaid Hardwood Occasional Table Hei...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Two Pairs of Blue and White Jardinieres Height of tallest 8 inches.
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 250

    Two Pairs of Blue and White Jardinieres Height of talle...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • A Painted Wood Canopy Bed Height 80 x width 58 inches.
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 251

    A Painted Wood Canopy Bed Height 80 x width 58 inches.

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • An Upholstered Button-Tufted Bergère Height 32 inches.
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 252

    An Upholstered Button-Tufted Bergère Height 32 inches.

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • An Empire Style Brass Bouillotte Lamp Height 22 inches.
    Estimate
    $200 - $300
    Lot 253

    An Empire Style Brass Bouillotte Lamp Height 22 inches....

    Est.
    $200 - $300
  • A Columbia University Wood Chair Height 35 inches.
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 254

    A Columbia University Wood Chair Height 35 inches.

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • A Pair of Chinese Porcelain Urns Height 10 1/2 inches.
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 255

    A Pair of Chinese Porcelain Urns Height 10 1/2 inches.

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • A Pine Bench Height 14 1/2 x width 50 x depth 20 inches.
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 256

    A Pine Bench Height 14 1/2 x width 50 x depth 20 inches...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • A Caucasian Wool Rug 7 feet x 3 feet.
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 257

    A Caucasian Wool Rug 7 feet x 3 feet.

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • A Regency Inlaid Mahogany Table Height 24 x diameter 16 inches.
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 258

    A Regency Inlaid Mahogany Table Height 24 x diameter 16...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • A White Wicker Stand Height 27 1/4 x width 15 1/4 x depth 12 inches.
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 259

    A White Wicker Stand Height 27 1/4 x width 15 1/4 x dep...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • A Late Victorian Walnut Games Table Height 27 1/2 x width 34 1/4 x depth 18 inches.
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 260

    A Late Victorian Walnut Games Table Height 27 1/2 x wid...

    Est.
    $700 - $900
  • A Waterford Cut Glass Brandy Decanter and Four Snifters Height of decanter 10 inches.
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 261

    A Waterford Cut Glass Brandy Decanter and Four Snifters...

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Four Game Sets Length of largest 20 1/2 inches.
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 262

    Four Game Sets Length of largest 20 1/2 inches.

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • An Art Deco Walnut and Marquetry Breakfast Table Height 19 x width 54 1/2 x depth 31 inches.
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $2,000
    Lot 263

    An Art Deco Walnut and Marquetry Breakfast Table Height...

    Est.
    $1,000 - $2,000
  • A Pair of Mahogany Treen and Brass Candlestick-Form Table Lamps Height 20 3/4 inches.
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 264

    A Pair of Mahogany Treen and Brass Candlestick-Form Tab...

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • A Dunhill Brass Bound Rosewood Humidor Height 5 1/2 x width 15 3/4 x depth 9 inches.
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 265

    A Dunhill Brass Bound Rosewood Humidor Height 5 1/2 x w...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • A French Provincial Inlaid-Walnut Corner Cabinet Height 84 x width 66 x depth 40 inches.
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $2,000
    Lot 266

    A French Provincial Inlaid-Walnut Corner Cabinet Height...

    Est.
    $1,000 - $2,000
  • A Pair of Contemporary Upholstered Armchairs Height 32 inches.
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 267

    A Pair of Contemporary Upholstered Armchairs Height 32 ...

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Two Table Lamps Height of tallest 18 1/2 inches.
    Estimate
    $80 - $120
    Lot 268

    Two Table Lamps Height of tallest 18 1/2 inches.

    Est.
    $80 - $120
  • A Pair of Rattan and Twig-Inset Low Tables Height 22 x diameter 22 inches.
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 269

    A Pair of Rattan and Twig-Inset Low Tables Height 22 x ...

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    $500 - $700
  • Two Contemporary Stoneware Articles Height of larger 16 1/4 inches.
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 270

    Two Contemporary Stoneware Articles Height of larger 16...

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    $100 - $200
  • A Pair of Georgian Style Oak Standing Lamps Height 54 inches.
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 271

    A Pair of Georgian Style Oak Standing Lamps Height 54 i...

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • A Contemporary Chenille Striped Sofa Length 75 inches.
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $2,000
    Lot 272

    A Contemporary Chenille Striped Sofa Length 75 inches.

    Est.
    $1,000 - $2,000
  • A Brunswick Mahogany Pool Table Height 32 x width 112 x depth 60 inches.
    Estimate
    $8,000 - $12,000
    Lot 273

    A Brunswick Mahogany Pool Table Height 32 x width 112 x...

    Est.
    $8,000 - $12,000
  • A George III Style Mahogany Billiards Counter Height 35 x width 23 inches.
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 274

    A George III Style Mahogany Billiards Counter Height 35...

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • A Set of Twelve Rattan Dining Chairs Height 34 inches.
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $4,000
    Lot 275

    A Set of Twelve Rattan Dining Chairs Height 34 inches.

    Est.
    $2,000 - $4,000
  • A Georgian Style Mahogany Tripod Table Height 25 1/4 x diameter 15 inches.
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 276

    A Georgian Style Mahogany Tripod Table Height 25 1/4 x ...

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • A Regency Mahogany Card Table Height 28 3/4 x width 36 x depth 18 inches.
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $4,000
    Lot 277

    A Regency Mahogany Card Table Height 28 3/4 x width 36 ...

    Est.
    $2,000 - $4,000
  • A George IV Brass Inlaid Rosewood Games Table Height 29 1/2 x width 35 1/2 x depth 17 3/4 inches.
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $4,000
    Lot 278

    A George IV Brass Inlaid Rosewood Games Table Height 29...

    Est.
    $2,000 - $4,000
  • An Art Deco Style Palisander and Satinwood Pedestal Dining Table Height 29 x width 124 x depth 70 inches.
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $5,000
    Lot 279

    An Art Deco Style Palisander and Satinwood Pedestal Din...

    Est.
    $3,000 - $5,000
  • A Group of Six Faux Bamboo Dining Chairs Height 41 1/2 inches.
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 280

    A Group of Six Faux Bamboo Dining Chairs Height 41 1/2 ...

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • A Glass Top Mahogany Dining Table Height 30 x width 60 x depth 32 inches.
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 281

    A Glass Top Mahogany Dining Table Height 30 x width 60 ...

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • An English Pine Cricket Table Height 30 x diameter 29 inches.
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 282

    An English Pine Cricket Table Height 30 x diameter 29 i...

    Est.
    $100 - $200

Auction Description

Property from the Estate of John Kluge by Hindman
John W. Kluge is best known as the founder and chairman of media conglomerate Metromedia. While he has been named one of the richest men in America on numerous occasions, Mr. Kluge is also remembered as a devoted scholar who shared his passion for the pursuit of knowledge with others.
 
From a young age, Mr. Kluge made pointed decisions to invest in his education, which eventually led him to Columbia University. His lifestyle and philanthropy mirrored the liberal arts foundation upon which his successes were built.
 
Representative of his interests, Mr. Kluge’s collection of furniture, art and decorative objects exemplify his dedication to thoughtfulness and success. His Palm Beach residence, La Casa Sin Nombre (“The House with No Name”) was elegantly furnished with sophisticated and charming English and American furniture, mirrors, chandeliers, silver, porcelain and more.
 
The residence was given to Mr. Kluge’s alma mater, Columbia University, as one of the many generous gifts Mr. Kluge and his charitable foundations have contributed to the school. Leslie Hindman Auctioneers is honored to bring Mr. Kluge’s collection to auction for the benefit of Columbia.
 
The property was once an array of parcels, which Kluge assembled into a single estate in the mid-1990s. These five parcels presently include a 12,000 square foot 1935 garden house, a 6,000 square foot Mediterranean-style house designed by noted architect Addison Mizner and three additional structures used for guests and staff. The property also contains extensive gardens, a particular point of enjoyment for Mr. Kluge during his time spent in Palm Beach. In addition to contents of the home, the June 14 Palm Beach auction will also include outdoor furniture and decorative objects once located on the grounds of the estate.
 
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Thursday, June 9 | 10am – 5pm 
Friday, June 10 | 10am – 5pm 
Saturday, June 11 | 10am – 3pm 
Monday, June 13 | 10am – 5pm

 

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$0 28.00
$400,001 23.00
$4,000,001 15.00

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$0 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

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Terms & Conditions

Conditions of Sale

LESLIE HINDMAN AUCTIONEERS, INC. AS AGENT

The lots listed in this catalogue will be offered by Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. as owner or as agent for consignor(s) subject to the following terms and conditions. By bidding at auction you agree to be bound by these Conditions of Sale.

BEFORE THE SALE

Prospective buyers are strongly advised to personally examine any property in which they are interested before the auction takes place. Condition reports are usually available on request, on lots with a low estimate of $300 and above. All lots are sold “AS IS” and without recourse and neither Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. nor its consignor(s) makes any warranties or representations, express or implied with respect to such lots. Neither Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. nor its consignor(s) makes any express or implied warranty or representation of any kind or nature with respect to merchantability, fitness for purpose, correctness of the catalogue or other description of the physical condition, size, quality, rarity, importance, medium, material, genuineness, attribution, provenance, period, culture, source, origin, exhibitions, literature or historical significance of any lot sold. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. No statement, whether written or oral, and whether made in the catalogue, or in supplements to the catalogue, an advertisement, a bill of sale, a salesroom posting or announcement, the remarks of an auctioneer, or otherwise, shall be deemed to create any warranty, representation or assumption of liability. Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. and its consignor(s) make no warranty or representation, express or implied, that the purchaser will acquire any copyright or reproduction rights to any lot sold. Leslie Hindman Auctioneers Inc. expressly reserves the right to reproduce any image of the lots sold in the catalogue.

AT THE SALE

Refusal of AdmissionLeslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. has the right, at our complete discretion, to refuse admission to the premises or participation in any auction and to reject any bid.

Registration before Bidding

A prospective buyer must complete and sign a registration form and provide identification before bidding. We may require bank or other financial references.

Bidding as Principal

When making a bid, a bidder is accepting personal liability to pay the purchase price, including the buyer’s premium, all applicable taxes and all other applicable charges, unless it has been explicitly agreed upon in writing with Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. before the commencement of the sale that the bidder is acting as agent on behalf of an identified third party acceptable to Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc., and that Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. will only look to the principal for payment.

Absentee Bids

We will use reasonable efforts to carry out written bids given to us at least 24 hours prior to the sale for the convenience of clients who are not present at the auction in person, by an agent or by telephone. Bids must be placed in U.S. dollars. If we receive written bids on a particular lot for identical amounts, and these are the highest bids on the lot at the auction, it will be sold to the person whose written bid was received and accepted first. Execution of written bids is a free service undertaken subject to other commitments at the time of the sale and we do not accept liability for failing to execute a written bid or for errors and omissions in connection with the written bid.

Telephone Bids

On lots with a low estimate of $300 and above and if a prospective buyer makes arrangements with us prior to the commencement of the sale we will use reasonable efforts to contact them to enable them to participate in the bidding by telephone and we do not accept liability for failure to do so or for errors and omissions in connection with telephone bidding. These telephone bids may be recorded at the discretion of Leslie Hindman Auctioneers.

Online Bids

We will use reasonable efforts to carry out online bids and do not accept liability for equipment failure, inability to access the Internet or software malfunctions related to the execution of online bids.

Reserves

Some lots in the sale are subject to a reserve which is the confidential minimum price below which such lot will not be sold. The reserve will not exceed the low estimate of the lot. Reserves are agreed upon with consignors or, in the absence thereof, the absolute discretion of Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. The auctioneer may open the bidding on any lot below the reserve by placing a bid on behalf of the seller. The auctioneer may continue to bid on behalf of the seller up to the amount of the reserve, either by placing consecutive bids or by placing bids in response to other bidders. With respect to lots that are offered without reserve, unless there are already competing bids, the auctioneer, in his or her discretion, will generally open the bidding at half of the low estimate for the lot. In the absence of a bid at that level, the auctioneer may proceed backwards at his or her discretion until a bid is recognized, and then continue up from that amount.

Auctioneer’s Discretion

The auctioneer has the right at his or her absolute and sole discretion to refuse any bid, to advance the bidding in such a manner as he or she may decide, to withdraw any lot, and in the case of error or dispute, and whether during or after the sale, to determine the successful bidder, to continue the bidding, to cancel the sale or to reoffer and resell the item in dispute. If any dispute arises after the sale, our sale record is conclusive.

Successful Bid

The highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer will be the purchaser. In the case of a tie bid, the winning bidder will determined by the auctioneer at his or her sole discretion. In the event of a dispute between bidders, the auctioneer has final discretion to determine the successful bidder or to reoffer the lot in dispute. If any dispute arises after the sale, the Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. sale record shall be conclusive. Title passes upon the fall of the auctioneer’s hammer to the highest acknowledged bidder subject to the Conditions of Sale set forth herein, and the bidder assumes full risk and responsibility.

AFTER THE SALE

Buyer’s Premium

In addition to the hammer price, the buyer agrees to pay Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. a buyer’s premium and the applicable sales tax added to the final total. The buyer’s premium for all purchases except via live online bidding is twenty-five (25%) of the hammer price up to and including $100,000; twenty percent (20%) of any amount in excess of $100,000 up to and including $1,000,000; and twelve percent (12%) of any amount in excess of $1,000,000.The buyer’s premium for purchases made via online bidding is twenty-six (26%) of the hammer price up to and including $50,000; twenty-one percent (21%) of any amount in excess of $50,000 up to and including $1,000,000; and thirteen percent (13%) of any amount in excess of $1,000,000.

Payment

The buyer must pay the entire amount due (including the hammer price, buyer’s premium, all applicable taxes and other charges) no later than 5 p.m. on the seventh (7) business day following the sale. Payment in U.S. dollars may be made with cash; bank check or cashier’s check drawn on a U.S. bank; money order; or wire transfer unless other arrangements are made with Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. reserves the right to hold merchandise purchased by personal check until the check has cleared the bank. The purchaser agrees to pay Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. a handling charge of $50 for any check dishonored by the drawee.

Tax Exempt Notice

Lots marked with an asterisk (*) are tax exempt as permitted by law.

Collecting Purchases

Once Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. has received all funds due to us, the buyer shall collect purchased lots within seven (7) business days from the date of the sale.

Packing and Shipping

If your bid is successful, we can provide you with a list of shippers. We will not be responsible for the acts or omissions of carriers or packers whether or not recommended by us. Property will not be released to the shipper without the buyer’s written consent and until payment has been made in full. Packing and handling of purchased lots by us is at the entire risk of the purchaser, and Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. will have no liability of any loss or damage to such items.

Non Payment

If we do not receive payment in full, in good cleared funds, within seven (7) business days following the sale, we are entitled in our absolute discretion to exercise one or more of the following measures, in addition to any additional actions available to us by law:

a.) to impose a late charge of one and a half percent (1.5%) per thirty (30) days of the total purchase price

b.) to hold the defaulting buyer liable for the total amount due and to begin legal proceedings for its recovery together with interest, legal fees and costs to the fullest extent permitted under applicable law

c.) to cancel the sale

d.) to resell the property publicly or privately with such terms as we find appropriate, to resell the property at public auction without reserve, and with the purchaser liable for any deficiency, cost, including handling charges, the expenses of both sales, our commission on both sales at our regular rate, all other charges due hereunder and incidental damages. In addition, a defaulting purchaser will be deemed to have granted us a security interest in, and we may retain as collateral security for such purchaser’s obligations to us, any property in our possession owned by such purchaser. At our option, payment will not be deemed to have been made in full until we have collected funds represented by checks, or in the case of bank or cashier’s checks, we have confirmed their authenticity.

e.) to offset against any amount owed

f.) to not allow any bids at any upcoming auction by or on behalf of the buyer

g.) to take other action as we find necessary or appropriate

Failure to Collect Purchases

If property is not picked up within seven (7) business days following the sale, whether or not payment has been made, Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. reserves the right to charge $5 per lot per day or to deliver said property to a public warehouse for storage at the purchaser’s expense. Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. shall have no liability for any damage to property left on its premises for more than seven (7) business days following the sale. In addition, we reserve the right to impose a late charge of one and a half percent (1.5%) per month of the total purchase price if payment is not made in accordance with the conditions set forth herein. For property that is not picked up after thirty (30) calendar days, an additional administration fee of $75 will be charged. Property which is paid for but left on our premises for any reason in excess of sixty (60) calendar days is subject to sale by us with the balance of any funds recovered in excess of storage charges and any other fees being remitted to you.

LIABILITY

Condition Reports

Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. is not responsible for the correctness of any statement of any kind concerning any lot, whether written or oral, nor for any other errors or omissions in description or for any faults or defects in any lot. Neither the seller, ourselves, our officers, employees or agents, give any representation, warranty or guarantee or assume any liability of any kind in respect of any lot with regard to merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, description, size, quality, condition, attribution, completeness, authorship, authenticity, rarity, importance, medium, provenance, exhibition history, literature or historical relevance. Except as required by local law any warranty of any kind whatsoever is excluded by this paragraph. Items under $1,000 are collated upon request.

Purchased Lots

If for any reason a purchased lot cannot be delivered in the same condition as at the time of sale, or should any purchased lot be stolen, mis-delivered or lost prior to delivery, Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. shall not be liable for any amount in excess of that paid by the purchaser.

Legal Ramifications

The rights and obligations of the parties with respect to these Conditions of Sale, the conduct of the auction and any matters connected with any of the foregoing shall be governed and interpreted by the laws of the jurisdiction in Illinois. If any part of these Conditions of Sale is found by any court to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, that part shall be discounted and the rest of the conditions shall continue to be valid to the fullest extent permitted by law.

Discretion

Any and all of the conditions may be waived or modified in the sole discretion of Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. 0114