Every auction we hold is unique. Our auctions are made up of items from different estates, downsizes, collections, and homes, each with its own story and history. Our job is to bring those pieces together, organize them thoughtfully, and create…
Cast your mind back to kindergarten. You may remember grabbing your favorite stuffed animal or toy car and carrying it into school for Show & Tell. You stood proudly (or timidly) and told your classmates about the item. It was…
Throughout the 1990s, Longaberger Basket parties were something many people (mostly women) looked forward to. Held in private homes, if you were invited to a party, you knew there would be snacks, games and a fun time with friends. You…
For many people, the new year is a great time to resolve to set goals or form new habits. Often, New Year resolutions involve things like exercising more or making healthier food choices. Sometimes, they have to do with saving…
Gateway Gallery Auction is honored to auction property from the Jeff Barnhart Estate, the beloved local artist practiced many mediums during his career, including landscapes, portraits and still-life renderings, and his work has been included in exhibitions at the Pastel…
On the first day of Christmas, I got the winning bid—a beautiful Frank Feather cane! On the second day of Christmas, I got the winning bid—2 bedroom dressers and a beautiful Frank Feather cane! On the third day of Christmas,…
By John F. Kohler, Jr., Gateway Gallery Auction founder/auctioneer/appraiser As I think back over the history of our business, I think not about the evolution of business or the stories of the items I’ve sold over the years, but rather…
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and it’s nearly over. Have you scheduled your next mammogram? Approximately 1 in 8 women in the U.S. will develop invasive breast cancer at some point in their life. This year alone, approximately 316,950…
Let’s talk about chairs. It’s crazy what you can learn when thinking about something as simple as a chair. When they started to formulate chairs in the Egyptian period, chairs were very ornate and to own a chair, you had…
Hi, auction people, this is Bella. You may know me from the posts on social media or the periodic ad campaigns using my likeness. Truth be told, I’m less than thrilled about being photographed and used for advertising purposes. My…
