Old World Auctions (OWA) is owned and operated by Eliane and Jon Dotson of Richmond, Virginia. The company began operations in 1978 and through the years has grown tremendously from a small mail auction to one of the largest specialist auctions in the United States. The Dotsons purchased the company from Curt and Marti Griggs in 2011 and have worked hard to build upon the excellent reputation built by the Griggs. Old World Auctions specializes in genuine antique maps, atlases and decorative graphics originating between the 14th and early 20th centuries. Our auction operates on a consignment basis, with all material personally inspected by the Dotsons prior to going into auction.