Auctions Sydney
Established in 1919, Leonard Joel is Australia’s premier auction house; a marketplace for the rare, the beautiful and the extraordinary.
Leonard Joel Sydney offers specialist expertise and regular, curated auctions in Fine Jewels & Timepieces, Decorative Arts, Asian Works of Art, Fine Art, and more.
Our Sydney premises is located within The Bond, the renowned building at 36-40 Queen Street, Woollahra. Opened in 2013, the saleroom has been host to several notable Important Collections, including the Private Collection of Trevor Kennedy AM, and The Collection of the Late John Schaeffer AO.
Whether you are buying or selling, we look forward to welcoming you to our saleroom in Sydney.
Sydney Auction Highlights
Sydney Auction Specialists
Ronan Sulich
Senior Adviser, Sydney
Contact RonanRonan’s career is deeply grounded in the fine and decorative arts, with an arts degree from the University of Sydney majoring in Fine Art and Archaeology followed by a graduate diploma of Museum Studies. His ensuing three years at the storied David Jones Art Gallery, rounded out a practical understanding of the decorative arts as well as contemporary Australian art, followed by time spent as curator at the atmospheric and untouched Rouse Hill House.
Moving to London in 1988 he worked in a busy auction house in Chelsea cataloguing a weekly antiques sale and has calculated that in the five years he was there he catalogued 300 lots per week for 48 sales per annum, about 70,000 objects described in his time there. Christie’s Australia offered him the role as the decorative arts specialist in the Sydney office in 1995 and he had the opportunity to work on many of the milestone auctions of the time, the Whiteman Collection, the BinThuan Shipwreck sale, the collections of Leo Schofield at Bronte House and John Schaeffer at Rona in Bellevue Hill. With the closure of the Australian salerooms in 2006 he was made the Christie’s representative for Australia and until 2020 worked with major collectors and collections, institutions and artists.
Madeleine Norton
Head of Decorative Arts and Art, Sydney
Contact MadeleineOriginally from Perth, Madeleine completed a double degree in Commerce and Fine Art at the University of Western Australia. From Perth she moved to London to undertake her master’s degree at Christie’s Education in History of Art and Art-world Practice. Following her studies she interned at the Peggy Guggenheim, Venice and Sotheby’s, London where she then worked for a further two years in the Contemporary Art Department on both auctions and private sales. Moving to New York in 2017 Madeleine worked at the blue-chip art gallery Sperone Westwater for two years before returning home to Australia.
In Sydney she has built her knowledge of decorative arts working on The Collector’s Auction, as well as the private collections of Dr Trevor Hyde, the late John Schaeffer AO, Trevor Kennedy AM and the Brans Collection. As a specialist in both decorative arts and art, her highly organised auctions in the Sydney saleroom highlight Leonard Joel’s multitude of strengths within the secondary market.
Lauren Boustridge
Head of Fine Jewels & Timepieces, Sydney
Contact LaurenLauren’s experience in the jewellery industry extends from New Zealand to Europe. She has trained and worked with prestigious brands such as Chaumet, Rolex, and Tiffany & Co. She joins Leonard Joel from Webb’s Auctions in New Zealand, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to the Sydney Jewellery department.
Lauren holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Victoria University of Wellington and completed her Graduate Gemmologist Diploma at the GIA in London. Her personal jewellery style is varied, and she is often found playfully styling mixed metals, eras, and colours harmoniously.
Frequently Asked Questions
Leonard Joel Sydney specialises in a broad spectrum of categories, including Fine Art, Important Jewels, Decorative Arts, Fine Jewels & Timepieces, Asian Works of Art, Modern Design, Prints & Multiples, Luxury, and more. Whether you are consigning a single jewel, an antique clock, a collection of ceramics, or an entire estate, our experts will ensure each item is carefully appraised and matched to the right marketplace.
Our curated Sydney auctions regularly feature Important Jewels, Fine Art, Decorative Arts, Asian Works of Art, and antique jewellery, drawing both local collectors and international interest. With over a century of auction history, Leonard Joel remains the trusted choice for selling valuable items with confidence.
Please refer to our “About” menu option for our Ivory and Indigenous Art policies.
Selling with Leonard Joel Sydney is a straightforward and rewarding experience, backed by more than a century of auction expertise. Our specialists provide complimentary appraisals across categories, including Fine Art, Important Jewels, Decorative Arts, Fine Jewels & Timepieces, Asian Works of Art, Modern Design, Prints & Multiples, Luxury, and more.
The process begins with a free valuation from one of our Sydney experts. You can submit your item online for appraisal here or make an appointment to visit our Woollahra auction rooms for a personal consultation. Whether you are parting with a collection of rare ceramics, a luxury wristwatch, or a contemporary Australian artwork, we provide clear guidance on current market demand and the most effective auction placement.
Once consigned, your pieces are carefully catalogued, photographed and promoted through our extensive marketing network. This ensures visibility among local collectors in Sydney as well as international buyers, creating the strongest possible competition in both live and online auctions.
For a step-by-step overview of the selling process, please visit our ‘How To Sell‘ page.
If you are considering selling with Leonard Joel Sydney, the first step is to connect with our specialist team in Woollahra. Each of our departments offers expert guidance across the full breadth of collecting categories, including Fine Art, Important Jewels, Decorative Arts, Fine Jewels & Timepieces, Asian Works of Art, Modern Design, Prints & Multiples, Luxury, and more. Our specialists understand the nuances of every category and will ensure your items are valued and presented to the right audience of collectors.
You can submit your appraisal request through our online form for a complimentary valuation, or contact our Sydney office directly by phone on (02) 9362 9045. For clients who prefer in-person service, we welcome you to make an appointment to visit our Sydney auction rooms in Woollahra, where you can meet with a category expert and discuss your jewellery, art, or antiques in detail.
With Leonard Joel’s century-long history and an extensive network of buyers in Sydney, Australia-wide and internationally, our specialists are the most trusted point of contact for bringing your items to market.
We offer a variety of selling opportunities throughout the year to suit every consignor. Australia-wide, Leonard Joel conducts weekly, monthly, and quarterly auctions across all collecting categories. This ensures that whether you are selling a single diamond ring, an artwork, or a private collection of antiques, there will always be a timely and tailored auction option available.
Our Sydney specialists will guide you on the best calendar placement and auction for your items to achieve the strongest possible result.
Leonard Joel Sydney is distinguished by its unique blend of heritage, expertise, and accessibility. With over a century of auction history, Leonard Joel is trusted by consignors and collectors for our ability to bring Fine Art, Important Jewels, Decorative Arts, Fine Jewels & Timepieces, Asian Works of Art, Modern Design, Prints & Multiples, Luxury collections to market with expertise and care.
Our Woollahra auction rooms provide a welcoming environment for both first-time sellers and seasoned collectors. Each item entrusted to us is carefully valued by category specialists, professionally catalogued, photographed in detail, and promoted through targeted marketing campaigns that reach active buyers in Sydney, Australia-wide and across international collecting communities. Whether you are consigning a jewel, a painting, a rare timepiece, or an entire private collection, you can be confident that our knowledge, reach, and dedication will help achieve the strongest results possible.
We offer both live auctions at Leonard Joel Sydney and online-only auctions. To determine whether an auction can be attended in person, please refer to the specifications in each catalogue. Viewing dates are also listed in the catalogue.
Attending a viewing in person allows you to carefully assess the condition, craftsmanship, and suitability of each piece whether jewels, art, or antiques before placing a bid.
For added convenience, we also offer online bidding, telephone bidding, and absentee bidding.
Bidding at Leonard Joel Sydney is designed to be accessible for both new buyers and seasoned collectors. We offer several convenient ways to participate in our Sydney auctions of jewellery, fine art, decorative arts, timepieces, ceramics, Asian works of art, modern design, prints and multiples, and luxury items.
In-room bidding: Experience the excitement of the auction firsthand by attending our Sydney auction rooms in Woollahra. To determine whether an auction can be attended in person, please refer to the specification in each catalogue.
Telephone bidding: Arranged in advance, telephone bidding enables you to speak directly with our team during the auction and have your bids placed in real time.
Absentee bidding: Leave a maximum bid with us in advance, and our auctioneer will execute it on your behalf.
Online bidding: Join our auctions from anywhere in Australia or abroad through the secure Bid Live Online digital platform.
Prior to auction, our specialists are also available to guide you through catalogue details, condition reports, and estimate ranges so you can bid with confidence.
Whether you are hoping to acquire an important jewel, a rare print, or a fine antique clock, Leonard Joel Sydney provides a transparent and welcoming environment for every bidder.
International buyers are welcome to participate in our auctions. You can register for absentee or telephone bidding via My Leonard Joel, or join us online through our bidding platforms: Bid Live Online or Invaluable.
Please note that identification documents must be provided prior to the auction to complete registration and receive bidding approval.
Attending a viewing in person allows you to carefully assess the condition, craftsmanship, and suitability of each piece – whether jewels, art, or antiques – before placing a bid. Viewing details vary by sale, so we recommend referring to the most up-to-date information provided in each auction catalogue, including auction date, time, and location.
Upcoming catalogues for Leonard Joel Sydney auctions are available online ahead of every sale. You can explore full listings across categories such as Fine Art, Important Jewels, Decorative Arts, Fine Jewels & Timepieces, Asian Works of Art, Modern Design, Prints & Multiples, Luxury, and more via our ‘Auction Calendar‘ page.