As a buyer, there is no doubt the way you describe is preferable.
As a consigner, not so much.
Auctions houses should, and for the most part, do, cater to consigners. If they don't, their supply dries up and moves elsewhere.
(Edited to add: As a professional, Rob D types faster than I do. Plus that time zone thing!)
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