High Point Furniture Auctions: A World of Design, Open to You

A monumental fountain that becomes the center of a courtyard. A sculptural bronze that transforms an entrance. A dining table around which a room takes shape. At the IMS High Point furniture sample auctions, the opportunity reaches well beyond furnishing a room: it is a chance to discover pieces with the presence to define it.

The IMS High Point Furniture Market Sample Sell-Off Liquidation brings showroom samples, fine furnishings and distinctive décor to public auction in North Carolina. Homeowners, interior designers, retailers and commercial buyers can explore an unusually broad mix of design, materials and scale, then compete for the pieces they want.

The next advertised auction takes place October 24 and 25, 2026, at 1 PM Eastern each day, at International Manufacturers Showroom, 4250 Furniture Avenue in Jamestown, in the High Point furniture market area. World of Decor conducts the event, with in-person participation and live online bidding. Explore the October High Point auction and its catalog.

Why High Point market samples are such an opportunity

High Point is a meeting place for the home furnishings industry. Manufacturers present their collections, buyers source inventory, and designers discover pieces for upcoming projects. The market sample auction connects that showroom world with public buying through a competitive sale.

For a buyer, the appeal is the combination: distinctive merchandise, many styles and categories in one setting, and the ability to decide what a piece is worth to your project. A single catalog may take you from a comfortable upholstered sofa to a richly carved bedroom, then outside to a fountain, urn or large garden sculpture. The variety makes discovery part of the experience.

World of Decor’s event advertising describes participation from more than 100 international manufacturers. Historical High Point event descriptions have represented a reach of more than 32 countries. Those descriptions convey the international scope of the program; the current catalog identifies the specific lots available in each sale. Explore World of Decor’s event information and the historical High Point catalogs.

A glimpse of the range

One auction. Many ways to make a statement.

Furniture with presence

Dining tables, upholstered seating, bedroom furniture and accent pieces for rooms with a distinct point of view.

Sculpture on a grand scale

Wildlife and figurative sculpture, decorative statues and statement pieces for entries, gardens and commercial spaces.

Extraordinary outdoor living

Patio dining, lounge furniture, fountains and garden accents that make the landscape part of the home.

Architectural drama

Fountains, urns, mantels and architectural elements with the scale to define an entire space.

Ornament and craftsmanship

Sculptural tables, richly detailed furnishings and decorative objects that reward a closer look.

Rooms beyond the ordinary

Expressive bedroom settings, mirrors, lighting and decorative accents for distinctive interiors.

Event promotional imagery supplied by the auction team. Room settings illustrate presentation; individual catalog descriptions identify the property offered, materials, quantities and condition.

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Step inside the IMS showroom.

Explore rooms of remarkable furniture, sculpture and decorative design. Walk through the interactive 3D tour or switch to the floor plan to discover the breadth of the showroom.

360° SHOWROOM TOUR

A world of design.
Yours to explore.

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Explore the showroom in 3D

The tour shows the showroom collection at the time of capture. For items offered in the October 24–25 auction, check the current catalog.

Browse the October auction catalogOpen the full-screen tour

A public auction following a trade-only market

High Point Market is a trade event serving qualified industry participants, including retailers and designers. The public auction at IMS is a separate buying opportunity. You do not need to own a furniture store to explore the auction or register under its bidder terms.

Fall High Point Market runs October 17–21, 2026; the advertised auction weekend follows on October 24–25. IMS also operates a year-round showroom, so the auction is one way to buy through this furniture destination. See the official Market registration information and learn about IMS.

Premium auction experience with a history you can explore

The archived catalogs show a recurring program with thousands of listings, across multiple market seasons. Individual records document such offerings as a 57-inch lost-wax bronze dolphin sculpture, marble architectural pieces, petrified-slab furniture and elaborate decorative cabinets. The character of the merchandise becomes clear when you look at the actual pieces.

This history is also part of the experience behind Bidding Is Open. Darrien Eouse built and ran his family’s World of Decor online auction program, developed its webcasts and live in-person sales, and conducted weekly auctions. Read the IMS auction history and the story of Darrien’s work with World of Decor.

Explore in North Carolina. Participate from wherever you are.

For buyers in High Point, Jamestown, Greensboro and Winston-Salem, the IMS location provides a regional destination for inspecting furnishings and planning collection. Online bidding opens the catalog to buyers farther afield. For large furniture, marble and bronze, the delivery plan deserves the same attention as the design.

Start with the pieces you love, check their dimensions and condition, then make a bidding and transportation plan. Our guide to buying High Point market samples explains the process. For businesses with showroom samples or premium inventory to sell, explore our inventory auction services.