Shreveport, Louisiana, September 11, 2025
News Summary
A major estate auction featuring items from the late founder of Creamer Furniture Company, Robert Creamer, is set to start soon in Shreveport. The event spans 70 days, offering furniture, vehicles, antiques, and more. The auction will include both live and online components, managed by Lawler Auction Company. Bidders can preview items at the live auction and must be cautious due to potential hazards. The auction aims to declutter a 90,000-square-foot facility, with rare collectibles expected to attract interest.
Shreveport, Louisiana – A major estate auction featuring a wealth of items from the late Robert Creamer, founder of Creamer Furniture Company, is set to take place starting Monday, September 8, 2025. This extensive four-part auction will unfold over a span of 70 days, giving bidders ample opportunity to acquire not only furniture from the company but also personal belongings of Creamer himself, including vehicles, antiques, tractors, and various collectibles amassed over more than five decades.
The first live auction will take place September 8, commencing at 8 a.m. at the Creamer Furniture location on 5189 Shreveport-Blanchard Highway. Following this, an online auction will begin on September 9 at 1 p.m., showcasing the contents of storage trailers, vintage vehicles, antique cars, and tractor implements. Additional online auctions are scheduled for October 9 at 6:30 p.m., featuring new and used furniture, and a final online auction on October 27 at 1 p.m. which will include the sale of real estate along with remaining items.
A 15% buyer’s premium will be applied to all transactions during the auction. The event is being managed by Lawler Auction Company, owned by Danny Lawler, and represents his first live in-person auction since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. As part of this estate auction, attendees will have the opportunity to preview the contents of the trailers during the live auction.
Robert Creamer, who founded Creamer Furniture Company in 1967, was well-regarded for his extensive collection of items procured through storage unit auctions. His property has been home to 50 tractor-trailers filled with a wide array of collectibles and other possessions. The auction is intended not only to declutter the 90,000 square foot facility but also to sell the real estate itself, which is also up for grabs.
As items continue to be discovered, Lawler and his team are engaged in an intensive labor process of cataloging and organizing the finds. Many of the items, especially those packed in trailers, are of unknown provenance, raising the potential for rare collectibles to emerge. However, bidders need to be cautious, as some trailers may present hazards, such as wasps, and there are specific rules regarding the removal of items.
For those interested in participating, inquiries can be directed to Lawler Auctions via phone at (318) 929-7003 or by visiting their auction website for more detailed information about the items available for bidding.
Auction Schedule
- September 8, 2025: Live auction at 8 a.m.
- September 9, 2025: Online auction at 1 p.m.
- October 9, 2025: Online auction at 6:30 p.m.
- October 27, 2025: Online auction at 1 p.m. (real estate included)
Key Details
- Location: Creamer Furniture Company, 5189 Shreveport-Blanchard Highway
- Items for Sale: Furniture, vehicles, tractors, antiques, collectibles, and real estate
- Buyer’s Premium: 15%
Background Context
Creamer Furniture Company has been a staple in northwest Louisiana since its inception in 1967, providing a range of home furnishings to local customers. Over the decades, Robert Creamer accumulated a vast collection of personal and business-related items, leading to this extraordinarily comprehensive estate auction. As the auction progresses, an exciting variety of items is expected to attract significant interest from collectors and casual bidders alike.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- When does the auction start?
- The live auction begins on September 8, 2025, at 8 a.m.
- Where is the auction taking place?
- The auction will take place at Creamer Furniture Company, located at 5189 Shreveport-Blanchard Highway, Shreveport, Louisiana.
- What types of items will be available for auction?
- The auction will feature furniture, vehicles, antiques, tractors, collectibles, and real estate, among other items.
- What is the buyer’s premium?
- A 15% buyer’s premium will be applied to all auction sales.
- How can I get more information about the auction?
- For additional details, you can contact Lawler Auctions at (318) 929-7003 or visit their auction website.
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Additional Resources
- Shreveport Times: Four-Part Auction at Creamer Furniture Company
- KTBS: Creamer Furniture Estate Heading to Auction
- MSN: Four-Part Auction at Shreveport Furniture Company
- Shreveport-Bossier Advocate: Pickers Paradise in Series of Auctions
- KTBS: Creamer Furniture Empire to be Sold in Auction
- Wikipedia: Auction
- Google Search: Shreveport Aesthetic
- Google Scholar: Shreveport auctions
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Auction
- Google News: Shreveport auctions
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