Official Auctions by Lian Original
Handcrafted in Italy and rooted in Liechtenstein’s commitment to conscious luxury, Lian Original creates strictly limited, made-to-order pieces that bridge the gap between artisanal heritage and environmental responsibility. This platform serves as our only official auction destination, offering a transparent and exclusive gateway to acquire rare showroom demos and the final remaining works from our most sought-after collections.
Auction terms and conditions
1. Scope and Contractual Partner
These Special Auction Terms & Conditions apply to all auctions conducted on this website. The contractual partner for all auctions is Lian Ospelt Management (Sole Proprietorship), registered and headquartered in Vaduz, Principality of Liechtenstein (hereinafter referred to as the "Seller"). Lian Original is the operating brand and a subsidiary division of Lian Ospelt Management.
2. Currency and Payment Clearing
Currency of Transaction:
All bids, price displays, and final settlements are conducted exclusively in Swiss Francs (CHF).
Financial Management:
All financial transactions and invoicing are managed by Lian Ospelt Management.
Payment Obligations:
The winning bidder is obligated to ensure that the full amount is received in CHF. Any currency conversion fees or bank charges resulting from international transfers are to be borne entirely by the buyer.
3. Exclusivity and Subject of Auctions
In-House Products: The auction platform is reserved exclusively for original products of the Lian Original brand from the inventory of Lian Ospelt Management.
Authenticity:
The Seller guarantees the authenticity and provenance of every auctioned item, sourced directly from the brand’s headquarters in Vaduz.
Exclusion of Third-Party Goods:
4. Participation and Registration
To place bids, customers must register an account on the website.
By participating, the bidder declares full legal capacity. The Seller reserves the right to exclude bidders at its own discretion in case of suspected misuse or lack of creditworthiness.
5. Contract Conclusion
Binding Offer:
Each bid placed via the Auctioneer software constitutes a legally binding purchase offer.
Conclusion:
The purchase contract with Lian Ospelt Management is concluded upon the "Award" (winning bid) at the end of the auction period, provided any applicable Reserve Price (minimum bid) has been met.
Anti-Sniping:
Any bid placed within the final [2] minutes will extend the auction duration by an additional [2] minutes to ensure a fair bidding process.
6. Prices and Shipping
Bids are final prices in CHF excluding administration fee, incl. shipping costs.
The total amount is due for payment to Lian Ospelt Management immediately upon receipt of the winning bid confirmation.
7. Right of Withdrawal
In accordance with the Liechtenstein Distance and Off-Premises Business Act (FAGG), consumers are entitled to a 14-day right of withdrawal.
Exceptions apply to bespoke or highly customized items made to customer specifications.
8. Warranty and Condition
Items marked as "Prototypes," "Archive Pieces," or "B-stock" are sold with the specific characteristics described in the listing. These documented conditions do not constitute a material defect.
Otherwise, the statutory warranty provisions of the Principality of Liechtenstein apply.
9. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These terms are governed exclusively by the laws of the Principality of Liechtenstein.
The exclusive place of jurisdiction is Vaduz, Liechtenstein.
What We Auction:
The Demo Collection:
Fully functional units used in our showrooms, photography sets, or corporate displays. These are meticulously inspected and offered at a significantly lower Price than retail.
The "Last Call" Editions:
When a Limited Edition run is nearly sold out, we move the final remaining units here. This is your absolute last opportunity to secure these designs before they enter the Lian Original archives forever.
Prototype & Sample Drops:
One-of-a-kind prototypes and exclusive colorway samples that never made it into the online shop.