Milwaukee Art Auction Services, Consignments, & Appraisals
Freeman’s proudly serves Wisconsin and the greater Upper Midwest as a trusted Milwaukee art auction house.
With a strong emphasis on personalized service, our Milwaukee office connects collectors, museums, fiduciaries, and corporate institutions across the region to the national and international art market.
Conveniently located near our Chicago headquarters, the Milwaukee office works closely with Freeman’s full team of category specialists—spanning Fine Art, Jewelry, Furniture and Decorative Arts, Modern Design, Luxury Accessories and Couture, and more. Through this network, we facilitate access to over 100 live and online auctions annually, drawing buyers from around the world.
Freeman’s premier appraisal services are tailored to deliver refined evaluations grounded in expertise, a deep understanding of art market trends, and a commitment to honoring the value of exceptional objects.
Our Milwaukee team has supported notable consignments from the Milwaukee Art Museum, the Museum of Wisconsin Art, and distinguished estates such as Mary Griggs Burke and Jean Friedlander. Whether managing an estate, appraising a private collection, or preparing works for auction, we offer thoughtful guidance backed by expertise and discretion.
Interested in selling art in Milwaukee? Connect with our Milwaukee office for complimentary auction estimates, estate services, and consignment consultations.
Art Auction House, Appraisals and Private Sales in Milwaukee
Our Milwaukee auction house draws a global audience of art enthusiasts and collectors with its curated selection of fine art, exquisite jewelry, furniture, and high-end collectibles.
Prestigious Milwaukee auctions have included the estate of Mary Griggs Burke, a renowned collector who acquired the largest and most important private collection of Japanese art outside of Japan. The auction included paintings, sculpture, artifacts, textiles and ceramics, some of which had been exhibited at the Tokyo National Museum and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Another prominent Milwaukee auction was that of the Jean Friedlander estate. Her collection included such notable pieces as a 1936 lithograph by Diego Rivera, a 1982 hand-colored lithograph by JoAnna Poehlmann, in addition to a selection of postwar furniture and fine art.
Other Notable Estates and Collections from the Milwaukee Region:
-Madison Museum of Contemporary Art
-Museum of Wisconsin Art
-Wright Museum of Art, Beloit College
Freeman’s Milwaukee auction house across of the Hotel Metro, a luxury boutique hotel situated in the Juneau Town neighborhood on the east side of downtown Milwaukee. It is a vibrant area featuring historic architecture and cultural attractions, and is in close proximity to Lake Michigan.
Visitors to Freeman’s Milwaukee location will find several engaging attractions nearby including the Milwaukee Art Museum, the Pabst Theater, and the Milwaukee Public Market. A scenic pedestrian walkway along the River, the Milwaukee Riverwalk, offers access to shops, restaurants, and public art installations.
Collectors and art aficionados may also wish to take in the area’s thriving gallery scene as well as the Charles Allis Art Museum and the Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum nearby.
Our Services
Freeman's, a well-established art auction house with over two centuries of history and a significant presence in the US, offers collectors a professional and expert-led experience through its use of renowned specialists and advanced technology.
We prioritize our clients and are committed to providing exceptional service based on integrity, collaboration, and a continuous pursuit of excellence.
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SEEKING CONSIGNMENTS
Milwaukee team
Sara Mulloy
Vice President, Trusts, Estates & Private Clients; Wisconsin, Minnesota, North Dakota, & South Dakota
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Freeman's serves collectors, estates, and consignors throughout Wisconsin who are looking to sell Native American art. Our specialists evaluate Native American jewelry, pottery, textiles, baskets, paintings, sculpture, and contemporary Indigenous works, providing auction estimates and access to a global audience of collectors. Whether you have a single piece or an entire collection, Freeman's can recommend the most appropriate auction to maximize exposure and value.
Milwaukee-area clients can request a complimentary auction evaluation by submitting photographs and information about their property online or contacting our local office. Freeman's specialists evaluate fine art, jewelry, antiques, furniture, collectibles, and estate property, providing guidance on value, market demand, and consignment opportunities. Formal appraisal services may also be available for estate planning, insurance, tax, or charitable purposes.
Freeman's serves collectors throughout Wisconsin with expertise in fine art, Native American art, jewelry, watches, antiques, decorative arts, books, manuscripts, and collectibles. As one of America's oldest auction houses, Freeman's connects Wisconsin consignors with a national and international audience of buyers through both live and online auctions.
Yes. Freeman's regularly works with families, executors, attorneys, fiduciaries, and trust officers to evaluate inherited collections. Whether you have inherited artwork, jewelry, antiques, books, collectibles, or an entire estate, our specialists can provide auction estimates, appraisal guidance, and recommendations for consignment or collection management.
Freeman's helps Milwaukee-area clients sell antiques ranging from furniture and decorative arts to Americana, folk art, silver, and collectibles. Our specialists evaluate each piece based on condition, rarity, provenance, and current market demand before recommending the best auction strategy.
Freeman's serves collectors, estates, and consignors throughout Wisconsin who are looking to sell Native American art. Our specialists evaluate Native American jewelry, pottery, textiles, baskets, paintings, sculpture, and contemporary Indigenous works, providing auction estimates and access to a global audience of collectors. Whether you have a single piece or an entire collection, Freeman's can recommend the most appropriate auction to maximize exposure and value.
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