Flakeling Tales By Thomas Blackshear Winter's Nap

Seller Rules & Submission Policy

1. Eligibility & Condition
   Sculptures: Must be mint—no chips, cracks, repairs, or discoloration. Original manufacturer’s box, inner packing, and certificate(s) of authenticity (if applicable) are required.
   Fine art: Must be unframed and include certificate(s) of authenticity.
2. Images (Required)
   Upload your photos to Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, or a similar service and provide a shareable view link in your submission.
   Submit clear, well-lit photos with no background distractions—front, back, signature/edition, packaging, and any labels.
3. Documentation
   Provide accurate details. Submissions missing required packaging or certificates may be declined.
4. Submission & Review
   Only submit items that display this link; it signals collectors are currently seeking this piece. After you submit your listing, a representative will contact you to review the item and discuss sale opportunities.
5. Pricing Guidance
   We introduce the most competitively priced qualifying item to potential buyers first. Please price your item to sell; lower-priced comparable items will be offered before higher-priced duplicates.
6. Purchase Order, Shipping & Returns
   Once a price is agreed, The Collection Shop will email a purchase order with instructions to ship the item to our gallery, fully insured, at the seller’s expense.
   If the item does not match the submitted photos or does not meet our criteria upon inspection, the seller must initiate and provide a return label for shipment back.
   The Collection Shop does not store items for sellers.
7. Ownership & Right-to-Sell Warranty
   Seller represents they are the lawful owner (or authorized agent) with full right to sell/consign; the item is free of liens or claims.
8. Authenticity & Provenance
   Seller warrants the item is authentic and will provide provenance and any certificates upon request. Any misrepresentation voids the agreement.
9. Indemnification
   Seller agrees to indemnify and hold The Collection Shop harmless from third-party claims arising from ownership, authenticity, title, or misdescription.
10. KYC / AML Compliance
    We may request government ID and proof of address and may decline or cancel transactions to comply with sanctions and anti-money-laundering obligations.
11. Stolen / Illicit Art Checks
    Items may be screened against stolen-art databases; if flagged, we will cooperate with authorities.
12. Packing, Risk of Loss & Insurance
    Seller is responsible for professional packing and full-value shipping insurance to the gallery. Risk of loss remains with the seller until written acceptance after inspection.
13. Inspection & Acceptance
    Acceptance is not final until our in-person inspection. If the item differs from photos/description or fails standards, we may reject and return at seller’s expense.
14. Storage & Abandonment
    We do not store items. If a rejected item is not retrieved within 30 days of notice, storage fees may apply; after 60 days the item may be deemed abandoned and disposed of at our discretion.
15. Exclusivity & Term (Consignment)
    Exclusive right to sell for [90] days. During the term, the item may not be offered or listed elsewhere without written consent.
16. Pricing & Reductions
    We may recommend market-driven reductions after [30] days without buyer interest; seller may pre-authorize reductions up to [10%] (optional).
17. Payment Terms
    Net proceeds are remitted within [5] business days after buyer payment clears and any return window expires. Payments via check. We may hold funds for fraud review or chargeback risk.
18. Taxes & Duties
    Seller is responsible for any income, sales/use, VAT, or other taxes arising from the sale. Cross-border shipments must comply with export/import rules and duties.
19. Image License
    Seller grants The Collection Shop a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use submitted images and text for evaluation, listing, and marketing.
20. Data & Communications Consent
    Seller consents to communication via phone/email/SMS regarding the submission and related offers.
21. Prohibited Items
    Counterfeits, replicas, altered editions, undisclosed damage/restoration, and items restricted by law or regulation will be declined.
22. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
    These terms are governed by the laws of [Florida], with venue in [USA/Florida courts]. Parties agree to good-faith mediation prior to litigation/arbitration.
23. Updates to Terms
    We may update these terms; the version in effect on the submission/consignment date applies to that transaction.