Auction & Event Schedule

Cowley Abbott hosts semi-annual Live Auctions of Important Canadian Art as well as themed online auctions of Canadian and International art, special exhibitions and collector events throughout the year.

We are currently viewing artwork for consideration in our upcoming auctions and we would be happy to speak with you to discuss a potential consignment. To engage in the confidential and complimentary valuation process, we are pleased to offer several options for your ease & convenience:

  • You can e-mail or phone us (toll-free at 1-866-931-8415) to chat with our specialists.
  • You can also complete our Valuation Submission Form if you have images and details of your artwork available for review by our team.
  • We also offer virtual consultation by video chat (Zoom, FaceTime, Google Meet etc.), providing personalized service through distanced means. Contact us for more information or to make arrangements to connect.

If you wish to participate in our auctions and receive notice of our future sales and events, we invite you to Create a Collector Profile and/or Join our Online Mailing List.

(Please note that the schedule and details of our upcoming auctions and events are subject to change.)

Spring Live Auction of Important Canadian & International Art

Live Auction
Thursday, May 30th, 2024 at 7:00 pm
Globe & Mail Centre, Toronto

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Buy Art Now

A selection of artwork available for immediate sale. Prices include Buyer's Premium & we can assist with shipping arrangements (if required).

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Sorel Etrog: Music and Dance

Selling Exhibition
Until June 2024 (Extended!)

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International Prints, Multiples & Works on Paper

Online Auction
March 12th to 26th

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Celebrating Women Artists

Online Auction
March 12th to 26th

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La belle province

Online Auction
March 12th to 26th

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Art of Atlantic Canada

Online Auction
March 12th to 26th

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Art Gallery of Hamilton (Auction of Donated Artwork for Fundraising)

Online Auction
March 12th to 26th

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Capture

Online Auction
April 9th to 23rd

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Post-War & Contemporary Art

Online Auction
April 9th to 23rd

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The Canadian Landscape

Online Auction
April 9th to 23rd

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Modern Forms

Online Auction
April 9th to 23rd

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Works on Paper

Online Auction
April 9th to 23rd

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Modern & Contemporary International Art

Online Auction
May 7th to 21st

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The Group of Seven

Online Auction
May 7th to 21st

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Select Canadian Art

Online Auction
May 7th to 21st

Discuss a Consignment

Works from the Estate of Dennis Reid

Online Auction
May 7th to 21st

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British & Continental Pictures

Online Auction
June 11th to 25th

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The Canadian Landscape

Online Auction
June 11th to 25th

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First Nations & Inuit Art

Online Auction
June 11th to 25th

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Works from the Estate of William Ronald (Part II)

Online Auction
June 11th to 25th

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Benefits for the Collector

Purchase artwork through carefully-curated semi-annual Live Auctions of Important Canadian Art and monthly, themed Online Auctions, guided by the advice of our art specialists. 

Our firm features a highly-competitive Buyer’s Premium, as well as a combination of traditional client service and industry-leading technology to provide a collector experience that focuses upon enjoyment, ease-of-use and transparency.

Learn More About Bidding & Buying With Us.

Benefits for the Consignor

Sell artwork with the benefit of boutique, personalized service with national reach through semi-annual Live Auctions of Important Canadian Art & monthly, themed Online Auctions which target and cater to prominent and emerging collectors nationally and outside of our borders. 

Artwork featured in our auctions are subject to standard all-inclusive selling commissions without additional services fees that are usually encountered within the Canadian auction industry.

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