Estate organization
Sorting, cataloguing and organizing contents, identifying items for appraisal and setting aside family keepsakes before planning the next steps.
FINE ESTATES · PRIVATE COLLECTIONS · LIFE TRANSITIONS
From an entire estate
to the next chapter.
Specialists in estate marketing, cataloguing and photography, with the eye of an interior designer and personal care for every collection.
Request a complimentary consultationThoughtful guidance. Practical assistance. Personal care.
A lifetime of belongings. A considered next step.HOLT & WORTH™
More than belongings.
A lifetime to consider.
Managing an estate or leaving a much loved home brings many decisions. What should stay in the family? What can be sold? Who can help with the move, the property and the next place to live?
Holt & Worth™ brings these practical matters together. We work with families, executors and private clients to create a considered plan, coordinate the right professionals and handle each stage with discretion and attention to detail.
HOW WE CAN HELP
The details, taken care of.
Considered support for distinguished homes, treasured collections and significant life transitions.
Complete estate purchasing
We can purchase estate contents in their entirety where appropriate, offering one coordinated transaction rather than many individual sales.
Curated auctions & private sales
Selecting quality pieces for auction or private sale, supported by specialist cataloguing, styled photography and targeted marketing that brings their appeal to the right audience.
Downsizing & moving
Helping decide what to keep, arrange what to sell or store and coordinate the practical details of a move to a smaller or different home.
Accommodation assistance
Researching purchase, rental, retirement living and other housing options based on personal circumstances, preferences and financial considerations.
Estate & executor support
Practical coordination alongside families and executors, with access to lawyers for wills, probate and estate administration when required.
Collections & private purchasing
Reviewing antiques, furnishings, art, jewellery, vintage clothing and decorative objects for direct purchase, appraisal or a suitable sales channel.
Property clear out
Coordinating donation, storage, recycling, removal and cleaning after valuable contents and family possessions have been addressed.
SPECIALIST MARKETING · CATALOGUING · PHOTOGRAPHY
Exceptional presentation.
Stronger buyer appeal.
Holt & Worth™ brings specialist marketing, thoughtful cataloguing and beautiful photography to every accepted collection. We use our interior design experience to style pieces, reveal their character and present them in a setting that helps buyers appreciate their appeal.
Our experience in interior design and marketing has shown us how exceptional presentation can make a substantial difference to sales. Considered styling, clear descriptions, detailed photographs and targeted promotion work together to attract attention and build buyer confidence.
We remain selective. Quality, condition, craftsmanship and suitability for sale guide our acceptance of jewellery, clothing, furniture, linens, art, dishes and glass. Accurate condition details and provenance, where available, form part of the catalogue.
Discuss the presentation of your collectionTHE COLLECTIONS WE CONSIDER
Quality in every detail.
Jewellery, clothing, furniture, linens, art, dishes and glass. Every collection is assessed before acceptance.
Jewellery
Fine jewellery, pearls, antique brooches and distinctive pieces, selected for craftsmanship and condition.
Discuss your collectionClothing
Beautiful vintage clothing, designer pieces and accessories with enduring appeal.
Discuss your collection
Furniture
Period furniture, elegant cabinetry and quality pieces with character and considered proportions.
Discuss your collection
Linens
Fine embroidered linens, lace, tablecloths and textiles, carefully assessed for condition.
Discuss your collection
Art
Paintings, prints and works of art, with attribution and provenance reviewed where available.
Discuss your collection
Dishes
Fine porcelain, china and distinguished tableware, with attention to maker, completeness and condition.
Discuss your collection
Glass
Crystal, stemware, decanters and art glass chosen for quality, design and preservation.
Discuss your collectionIllustrative imagery. These photographs show our intended collection style; they are not current auction lots.
Explore our auction programmeWE PURCHASE COMPLETE ESTATE CONTENTS
One estate.
The right way forward.
Every estate has its own priorities. We review the contents, timing and objectives with you before recommending a practical route.
Complete estate purchasing refers to household contents. Property transactions are coordinated with the appropriate licensed real estate professionals.
OUR APPROACH
Clear steps.
A personal point of contact.
For families, executors, trustees and professionals. From the first conversation to the final handover.
Understand the circumstances
We begin with your priorities, timeframe and the people involved. Family wishes and items to retain come first.
Agree on the way forward
Together, we establish the scope, review sale or purchase options and identify the professional support required.
Bring the pieces together
We coordinate the contents, move, clear out and accommodation search, keeping you informed as the plan progresses.
THE RIGHT PEOPLE, AT THE RIGHT TIME
Professional support,
thoughtfully coordinated.
When specialist advice is needed, we coordinate with lawyers, licensed real estate professionals, appraisers and other service providers. Legal advice, wills and probate are handled by lawyers; property purchases and sales are handled by licensed real estate professionals.
A FEW COMMON QUESTIONS
Before we begin.
Can you handle the complete contents of a home?
Yes. We can organize the entire contents and coordinate purchase, auction, family distribution, donation, storage and removal as appropriate. The scope is agreed with you first.
Do we need to sort everything before contacting you?
No. We can help organize the contents from the beginning. Let us know about any important documents, family keepsakes or items you already wish to retain.
Can you help someone find their next home?
Yes. We can research and coordinate housing options based on the person’s needs and circumstances, including rentals, purchase options and retirement living. Licensed professionals handle any property transactions.
Can you work with our existing lawyer or realtor?
Yes. We can work alongside the professionals you have already chosen and coordinate the practical estate or transition work with them.
LET’S BEGIN WITH A CONVERSATION
Tell us what
you need taken care of.
Whether you are managing a fine estate, planning a move or considering the sale of a private collection, we welcome a confidential conversation about your circumstances.
Your initial estate suitability assessment is complimentary. We review the collection, discuss your circumstances and determine whether the estate is suited to our services. Ongoing work is charged by the hour, with the rate and scope agreed in advance.
Share a brief overview to begin. Sensitive estate documents can wait until we have spoken.