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davidcyclebackMy opinion is the auction houses should charge the consignors, as there should be some semblence of balances in buyer/consignor charges. 100%/0% 'balance' in most anything isn't a good idea.
Also, consignors who negotiate 0% consignment fees should not with a straight face complain about the 20% winner's fee-- as the winner's fee is more than likely raised due to the dissapearing consignment fees.