BIDDING
1. INTRODUCTION
Welcome to CULTUREEDIT ART. These Terms & Conditions govern your participation in all CULTUREEDIT ART online auctions. By registering, bidding, or using our platform, you agree to be bound by these terms.
2. ELIGIBILITY & REGISTRATION
- You must be at least 18 years old to participate.
- You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration.
- You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account and all activity under it.
3. BIDDING RULES
- All bids placed on CULTUREEDIT ART are legally binding offers to purchase.
- Bids cannot be withdrawn once submitted, except at our sole discretion.
- CULTUREEDIT ART may set minimum bid increments and other bidding requirements.
- Any form of bid manipulation, including fake or “shill” bidding, is strictly prohibited.
4. RESERVE PRICE & BID ACCEPTANCE
- Some items may be subject to a reserve price.
- For all CULTUREEDIT ART auctions, where a reserve price applies, acceptance of the highest bid is at our sole discretion.
- The highest bid does not automatically constitute a winning bid unless it is expressly accepted by CULTUREEDIT ART.
- The bidder will be notified if their bid has been accepted as the winning bid.
5. AUCTION PROCESS
- Auctions are conducted for a specified period.
- CULTUREEDIT ART reserves the right to extend, pause, or cancel auctions at any time.
Popcorn bidding
- Certain auctions may feature “popcorn bidding” (also known as extended bidding), where bids placed within the final moments of an auction will automatically extend the auction closing time.
- The duration of each extension and the conditions under which it applies are determined solely by CULTUREEDIT ART.
- The highest accepted bid at the close of the auction will be deemed the winning bid.
AFTER THE SALE
6. PAYMENT TERMS
- After the close of the auction, CULTUREEDIT ART will send the winning bidder an invoice for the lot by email.
- Payment is due within 48 hours of that invoice.
- Invoices are issued and paid through the CULTUREEDIT ART store; accepted payment methods are shown on the invoice.
- Shipping and insurance are not included in the lot invoice and are quoted and billed separately (see Section 8).
- Failure to complete payment within 48 hours may result in cancellation of the sale, release of the lot to the underbidder, account suspension, and/or additional fees.
7. FEES & CHARGES
- Applicable taxes, shipping, and handling charges are the responsibility of the buyer unless otherwise stated.
8. SHIPPING & DELIVERY
- Shipping and insurance costs will be invoiced separately after the close of the auction.
- CULTUREEDIT ART will follow up promptly with the winning bidder to arrange shipping and insurance.
- Shipping terms, costs, and timelines will be confirmed during this process.
- For framed artworks, additional packing and handling charges may apply to ensure safe and secure delivery of the piece.
- Every work ships insured.
- CULTUREEDIT ART is not responsible for delays caused by shipping carriers or customs.
Pre-shipping inquiries
- All questions or concerns regarding an item, including condition, provenance, or other details, must be addressed prior to shipment.
- Once the item has been shipped, no further inquiries or claims regarding these matters will be considered, except as set out in Section 11 or as otherwise required by law.
9. COMMUNICATIONS
- All communication regarding auctions must be conducted via email.
- CULTUREEDIT ART does not conduct auction-related business over social media platforms and is not responsible for missed phone calls or voicemails.
- Bidders are responsible for ensuring their email accounts are active and monitored for all auction communications.
10. ITEM DESCRIPTIONS & CONDITION
- All items are sold “as is” unless explicitly stated otherwise.
- While CULTUREEDIT ART strives for accuracy, we do not guarantee that item descriptions are free from errors.
- Bidders are responsible for reviewing all item details prior to placing a bid.
11. RETURNS & REFUNDS
All sales are final. There are two exceptions:
- Misrepresentation. If a lot differs materially from its listed description, condition, attribution, dimensions or edition, email info@cultureedit.com within 7 days of delivery with photographs.
- Damage in transit. If a lot arrives damaged, email info@cultureedit.com within 7 days of delivery with photographs of the work and its packaging, and keep all packaging materials.
If a lot does not arrive, we will trace the shipment and, where it cannot be located, issue a refund. Full details are on our Shipping & Returns page.
RULES & LEGAL
12. PROHIBITED CONDUCT
Users may not:
- Engage in fraudulent or deceptive practices
- Interfere with the proper functioning of the auction
- Use multiple accounts to manipulate bidding
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations
13. ACCOUNT SUSPENSION & TERMINATION
CULTUREEDIT ART reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts at its sole discretion for violations of these Terms & Conditions or any applicable laws.
14. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
- CULTUREEDIT ART is not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of the platform.
- Our total liability shall not exceed the amount paid by the user for the item in question.
15. DISPUTE RESOLUTION & ARBITRATION
- Any disputes, claims, or controversies arising out of or relating to CULTUREEDIT ART auctions or these Terms & Conditions shall be resolved exclusively through binding arbitration.
- By participating in the auction, you agree to waive any right to pursue disputes in court or to participate in class actions.
- Arbitration shall be conducted in accordance with applicable arbitration rules in the governing jurisdiction, as determined by CULTUREEDIT ART.
16. CHANGES TO TERMS
CULTUREEDIT ART reserves the right to modify these Terms & Conditions at any time. Continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of any updates.
17. CONTACT INFORMATION
For questions or concerns, contact info@cultureedit.com.