# Bukowskis Scraper (`mrdoe/bukowskis-scraper`) Actor

- **URL**: https://apify.com/mrdoe/bukowskis-scraper.md
- **Developed by:** [MrDoe](https://apify.com/mrdoe) (community)
- **Stats:** 2 total users, 1 monthly users, 100.0% runs succeeded, 0 bookmarks
- **User rating**: No ratings yet

## Pricing

from $2.00 / 1,000 lot returneds

This Actor is paid per event. You are not charged for the Apify platform usage, but only a fixed price for specific events.

Learn more: https://docs.apify.com/actors/running/actors-in-store.md#pay-per-event

## What's an Apify Actor?

An Actor is a serverless cloud program that runs on the Apify platform. It has two run modes.
In Batch mode, an Actor accepts a well-defined JSON input, performs an action which can take anything from a few seconds to a few hours,
and optionally produces a well-defined JSON output, datasets with results, or files in key-value store.
In Standby mode, an Actor provides a web server which can be used as a website, API, or an MCP server.

Apify vocabulary and the platform model are defined once, in the agent quickstart at https://apify.com/agents.md.

## How to integrate an Actor?

If asked about integration, you help developers integrate Actors into their projects.
You adapt to their stack and deliver integrations that are safe, well-documented, and production-ready.

Do not guess an integration path. Every one of them is in the agent quickstart at https://apify.com/agents.md: the Apify MCP server, Agent Skills with the Apify CLI, the JavaScript and Python clients, the REST API, and the account-free path for an agent with no human to sign in. It also carries the rule on stating cost before the first paid run.

For examples already wired to this Actor's own input schema, see the [API](#api) section below.

Each client library has reference documentation the quickstart does not restate: [JavaScript/TypeScript](https://docs.apify.com/api/client/js/docs.md) (`npm install apify-client`) and [Python](https://docs.apify.com/api/client/python/docs.md) (`pip install apify-client`).

# README

![Bukowskis Scraper - Bukowskis auction lot scraper showing estimate and bid status](https://api.apify.com/v2/key-value-stores/kE36venAoVchGsE6b/records/bukowskis-scraper--hero.png)

### What does Bukowskis Scraper do?

Bukowskis Scraper reads Bukowskis.com lot pages and returns the pre-auction estimate (low and high), whether the lot currently has any bids and the current bid amount when it does, the bidding end time, description, category breadcrumbs and image. Give it exact lot URLs, or a keyword (such as an artist or object type) to automatically discover matching lots from Bukowskis' own catalog.

### Why use Bukowskis Scraper?

- Covers Bukowskis, one of the Nordic region's leading fine art and antiques auction houses.
- Returns the estimate range, not just a single listing price.
- Flags whether a lot has any bids yet, with the current bid when it does.
- Works without needing to find lot URLs yourself - discover by keyword.
- No account or API key.

### What makes this different

Most auction scrapers return a single price. This Actor returns Bukowskis' full estimate range alongside live bid status, so you can distinguish an unsold lot sitting at its estimate from one that's already attracting bids above it.

### Who can use the Bukowskis Scraper and how?

- **Art and antiques buyers:** Track specific lots or categories as auctions approach their end time.
- **Price researchers:** Study estimate ranges and bidding activity across categories.
- **Dealers and appraisers:** Discover lots by artist or object type to benchmark current market estimates.
- **Market aggregators:** Pull Bukowskis' catalog into a multi-auction-house comparison feed.

### How it works

![Bukowskis Scraper workflow: your input, collection, output](https://api.apify.com/v2/key-value-stores/kE36venAoVchGsE6b/records/bukowskis-scraper--how-it-works.png)

1. **Your input** — add exact lot URLs, or a keyword to discover lots by, plus a max results count
2. **The Actor collects it** — the Actor reads each lot page directly, or finds matching lots first via Bukowskis' own sitemap
3. **Your output** — you get one row per lot, with estimate range and bid status

### What data can you extract?

The dataset has 11 fields per row:

| Field | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| `name` | string | Lot title. |
| `url` | string | Lot page URL. |
| `description` | string | Lot description. |
| `imageUrl` | string | Lot image URL. |
| `estimateLowSek` | number | Low end of the estimate range in SEK. |
| `estimateHighSek` | number | High end of the estimate range in SEK. |
| `hasBids` | boolean | Whether the lot currently has any bids. |
| `currentBidSek` | number | The current bid amount in SEK, when hasBids is true. |
| `biddingEndsAtText` | string | Bidding end time as shown on the page. |
| `auctionName` | string | Name of the auction this lot belongs to, when shown. |
| `categoryBreadcrumbs` | array | Category breadcrumb path. |

### How to use Bukowskis Scraper

![Bukowskis Scraper input form](https://api.apify.com/v2/key-value-stores/kE36venAoVchGsE6b/records/bukowskis-scraper--input.png)

1. Open the Actor and go to the **Input** tab.
2. Add one or more exact Lot URLs, or leave them empty and set a Keyword (e.g. an artist name) to discover lots automatically.
3. Optionally set filters and a **Max results** limit.
4. Click **Start**. A default run finishes in under a minute.
5. Open the **Output** tab, then download the dataset or connect it to your tools.

### Input Parameters

| Parameter | Type | Required | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| `lotUrls` | array | No | `[]` | One or more exact Bukowskis.com lot URLs. Leave empty to discover lots automatically instead. |
| `keyword` | string | No | — | When no Lot URLs are given, only keep discovered lots whose URL slug contains this text (e.g. an artist name or object type). Leave empty for a general sample. |
| `maxItems` | integer | No | `20` | Maximum number of lots to return. |
| `proxyConfiguration` | object | No | `{"useApifyProxy":false}` | Bukowskis' lot pages work without a proxy for moderate volumes. Enable Apify Proxy for larger runs. |

### Output Data

![Bukowskis Scraper dataset table](https://api.apify.com/v2/key-value-stores/kE36venAoVchGsE6b/records/bukowskis-scraper--output.png)

Each row is one lot: name, estimate range in SEK, bid status, bidding end time, description, category breadcrumbs and image.

![Bukowskis Scraper field map of one record](https://api.apify.com/v2/key-value-stores/kE36venAoVchGsE6b/records/bukowskis-scraper--fields.png)

A real dataset item:

```json
{
  "name": "Gallerimatta, Afghan, ca 390 x 83 cm.",
  "url": "https://www.bukowskis.com/sv/lots/1748575-gallerimatta-afghan-ca-390-x-83-cm",
  "description": "Obetydligt ytslitage.",
  "imageUrl": "https://d3tj81smxskx4e.cloudfront.net/dWAlE7G-3RN8favzuS-in3T7i8USF8eT96vrYoICT5c/s:350:350/rt:fit/sm:1/scp:1/q:75/fn:1748575-14656397_obje…",
  "estimateLowSek": 5000,
  "estimateHighSek": 5000,
  "hasBids": false,
  "currentBidSek": null,
  "biddingEndsAtText": "19 okt 21:00 CEST",
  "auctionName": null,
  "categoryBreadcrumbs": [
    "Mattor & Textil",
    "Orientaliskt"
  ]
}
```

### Usage Examples

#### Discover by keyword

```json
{
  "keyword": "rauschenberg",
  "maxItems": 20
}
```

#### Scrape exact lot URLs

```json
{
  "lotUrls": [
    {
      "url": "https://www.bukowskis.com/sv/lots/1748575-gallerimatta-afghan-ca-390-x-83-cm"
    }
  ]
}
```

### Tips for Best Results

- Use a specific keyword (artist name, maker, object type) for faster, more targeted discovery.
- Provide exact lot URLs directly when you already know them - it's faster than discovery.
- Default is 5 results for a fast test. Set the max to 0 to return everything available.

### Known Limitations

- Keyword discovery matches against the lot URL slug, not the full lot description.
- auctionName is only available on some lot page layouts and may be null.

### Integrations

Run it from the Apify API, on a schedule, or from a webhook. Send results straight to Google Sheets, Make, Zapier, Slack or your own database with Apify's built-in integrations.

### Export Formats

Download the dataset as JSON, CSV, Excel, XML, HTML table or RSS from the **Output** tab or the API.

### Frequently Asked Questions

#### Does it need a Bukowskis account?

No. The Actor reads Bukowskis' public lot pages and needs no account or key.

#### How does keyword discovery work?

It searches Bukowskis' own sitemap for lot URLs containing your keyword (e.g. an artist name) and scrapes the matches.

#### What does hasBids: false mean?

No one has placed a bid on that lot yet - it's a lot to watch, not one already competed for.

#### Do I need an account or login?

No. The Actor reads public data and needs no account or key.

#### Am I charged for failed runs or empty results?

You are only charged for results that are actually written to the dataset.

#### Can I run it on a schedule?

Yes. Create a Task with your input and add a schedule in Apify Console. With monitor mode on, each scheduled run returns only what changed since the previous one.

### Enterprise and custom work

Need higher volumes, a custom output schema, dedicated scheduling or a no-breaking-changes commitment for a production pipeline? Open an issue on the Actor page and describe your use case. Bulk terms and custom builds are available.

### Support

Questions or a missing field? Open an issue from the **Issues** tab on this Actor's page and it will be looked at.

### Legal / Responsible Use

You are responsible for using the data in line with the source's terms and applicable law. The Actor collects publicly available data only and is not affiliated with the source.

# Actor input Schema

## `lotUrls` (type: `array`):

One or more exact Bukowskis.com lot URLs. Leave empty to discover lots automatically instead.

## `keyword` (type: `string`):

When no Lot URLs are given, only keep discovered lots whose URL slug contains this text (e.g. an artist name or object type). Leave empty for a general sample.

## `maxItems` (type: `integer`):

Maximum number of lots to return.

## `proxyConfiguration` (type: `object`):

Bukowskis' lot pages work without a proxy for moderate volumes. Enable Apify Proxy for larger runs.

## Actor input object example

```json
{
  "lotUrls": [],
  "maxItems": 20,
  "proxyConfiguration": {
    "useApifyProxy": false
  }
}
```

# Actor output Schema

## `results` (type: `string`):

No description

# API

You can run this Actor programmatically using our API. Below are code examples in JavaScript, Python, and CLI, as well as the OpenAPI specification and MCP server setup.

## JavaScript example

```javascript
import { ApifyClient } from 'apify-client';

// Initialize the ApifyClient with your Apify API token
// Replace the '<YOUR_API_TOKEN>' with your token
const client = new ApifyClient({
    token: '<YOUR_API_TOKEN>',
});

// Prepare Actor input
const input = {
    "lotUrls": [],
    "maxItems": 20,
    "proxyConfiguration": {
        "useApifyProxy": false
    }
};

// Run the Actor and wait for it to finish
const run = await client.actor("mrdoe/bukowskis-scraper").call(input);

// Fetch and print Actor results from the run's dataset (if any)
console.log('Results from dataset');
console.log(`💾 Check your data here: https://console.apify.com/storage/datasets/${run.defaultDatasetId}`);
const { items } = await client.dataset(run.defaultDatasetId).listItems();
items.forEach((item) => {
    console.dir(item);
});

// 📚 Want to learn more 📖? Go to → https://docs.apify.com/api/client/js/docs

```

## Python example

```python
from apify_client import ApifyClient

# Initialize the ApifyClient with your Apify API token
# Replace '<YOUR_API_TOKEN>' with your token.
client = ApifyClient("<YOUR_API_TOKEN>")

# Prepare the Actor input
run_input = {
    "lotUrls": [],
    "maxItems": 20,
    "proxyConfiguration": { "useApifyProxy": False },
}

# Run the Actor and wait for it to finish
run = client.actor("mrdoe/bukowskis-scraper").call(run_input=run_input)

# Fetch and print Actor results from the run's dataset (if there are any)
print(f"💾 Check your data here: https://console.apify.com/storage/datasets/{run.default_dataset_id}")
for item in client.dataset(run.default_dataset_id).iterate_items():
    print(item)

# 📚 Want to learn more 📖? Go to → https://docs.apify.com/api/client/python/docs/quick-start

```

## CLI example

```bash
echo '{
  "lotUrls": [],
  "maxItems": 20,
  "proxyConfiguration": {
    "useApifyProxy": false
  }
}' |
apify call mrdoe/bukowskis-scraper --silent --output-dataset

```

## MCP server setup

```json
{
    "mcpServers": {
        "apify": {
            "type": "http",
            "url": "https://mcp.apify.com/?tools=fetch-actor-details,mrdoe/bukowskis-scraper"
        }
    }
}
```

The hosted server signs you in with OAuth on first connect, so no API token belongs in this config. Clients without OAuth support can send an `Authorization: Bearer <APIFY_API_TOKEN>` header instead, using a token from API & Integrations in Apify Console (https://console.apify.com/settings/integrations).

## OpenAPI specification

Download the OpenAPI definition: https://api.apify.com/v2/actors/2FkSHx1zZPKqjb32t/builds/f4KjZXT8mMGqJxow7/openapi.json