What We Coordinate
Art & Antiques Services
Custom Crating
Made-to-measure crates with foam, bracing and cushioning engineered to each piece for safe transit.
Climate-Controlled Transport
Temperature- and humidity-controlled vehicles and air freight for sensitive works and materials.
Condition Reporting
Documented condition checks before and after transit, with photography for insurance and provenance.
White-Glove Handling
Trained art handlers for packing, loading, delivery, placement and installation at the destination.
Customs & Fine-Art Shipping
International art shipping with customs, temporary import/export and duty coordination handled for you.
Storage & Installation
Secure, climate-controlled storage between moves, plus coordinated delivery and installation on site.
Common Uses
What We Move
From a single painting to an entire collection, we handle valuable and irreplaceable pieces with the care they require.
Fine Art & Paintings
Paintings, prints, photography and framed works, crated and transported to museum standards.
Sculpture & Objects
Sculpture, ceramics, glass and three-dimensional works requiring custom bracing and mounts.
Antiques & Heirlooms
Antique furniture, clocks, rugs and family heirlooms handled, wrapped and moved with care.
Collections & Estates
Full collections, estates and gallery inventories inventoried, packed and relocated end to end.
Galleries & Exhibitions
Gallery, auction and exhibition logistics, including installation, de-installation and loan shipping.
Before You Ship
Documentation & Shipment Details
Accurate details help us protect your pieces and price the move correctly. High-value and international works have specific documentation and handling requirements.
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Dimensions & Weight per Piece
Measurements and weight for each piece so we can design crating and book the right transport.
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Appraisals & Declared Value
Current appraisals or declared values for insurance and customs on high-value works.
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Customs & Export Permits
Import/export declarations and any cultural-property or permit requirements for the destination.
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Condition & Fragility Notes
Existing condition, fragile areas and any handling restrictions so our handlers can plan carefully.
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Pickup & Delivery Access
Access details at both ends — stairs, elevators, doorways and installation requirements.
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Photographs
Photos of each piece help us plan crating, confirm condition and prepare accurate documentation.
Pricing & Timelines
Factors Affecting Art & Antiques Logistics
Pricing and timelines for art and antiques vary with the pieces and the route. Your coordinator will provide pricing based on the details and photographs provided at the time of inquiry.
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Value & Fragility
Declared value, fragility and irreplaceability drive crating, handling and insurance requirements.
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Crating & Materials
Custom crates, mounts and climate protection are built to each piece and priced accordingly.
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Transport Mode
Dedicated ground, climate-controlled or air transport is chosen to suit the works and the timeline.
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Customs & Permits
International works may need customs clearance and permits, which affect final delivery timelines.
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Handling & Installation
On-site handlers, installation and storage between moves may affect final pricing.
Moving Art or Antiques?
Tell us about your pieces and where they are going. A coordinator will reply with options, crating and pricing, usually within one business day.
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We reply within one business day. Your details are never shared or sold.