Main Auction Galleries

Through a commitment to honesty, integrity, andprofessionalism, what started as a small family business in 1870 has grown intothe nationally recognized auction house known as Main Auctions Galleries, Inc. Here,at their building of over 40,000 square feet,you'llfind treasures such as artwork, pottery, toys, and furniture, sometimes datingas far back as the 18th century. The space iscomplete with a showroom and auction floor, right in the heart of downtown Cincinnati.Their close-knit and dedicated team conducts weekly auctionsand major catalogue auctions throughout the year, in addition to publishing acolored brochure showcasing their items. Co-owner and father-son team, J. LouisKarp and Jonas Mayer Karp, were born and raised in the business and are,respectively, fourth and fifth generation members of the family that began thebusiness almost 150 years ago.