Specialist
Fine Art and Antiques Shipping
A white-glove shipping service for fragile, valuable, and delicate items. Professionally packed, fully insured, and delivered with care across the UK and internationally.
Fine art, paintings, sculpture, and period furniture need more than a strong pair of arms. Every piece we handle is assessed individually and packed to its specific requirements, using archival-grade materials, custom crating, and handlers trained specifically in fine art logistics.
Bespoke crating and packing
Acid-free wrap, soft-touch supports, and custom-built crating where needed, to white-glove standards for every item.
Condition reporting
Detailed condition reporting and photographic documentation before and after transit, for every item we handle.
Climate-controlled transit
Sensitive works travel in climate-controlled conditions, protected from humidity and temperature swings.
Comprehensive insurance
Cover matched to your item’s value, so irreplaceable pieces are properly protected throughout the journey.
Dedicated handler
One dedicated handler from collection to placement, so there is a single point of contact and accountability.
UK and international
Domestic delivery and worldwide shipping by road, air, or sea, with full customs documentation where needed.
How It Works
A Simple, Seamless Process
Assessment
We assess the item, its value, fragility, and any special handling requirements.
Bespoke packing
Custom crating and archival-grade materials are prepared specifically for that piece.
Careful transit
Climate-controlled, fully insured transport with condition reporting at each stage.
Placement
Delivered and placed exactly where required, whether a private home, gallery, or auction house.
FAQs
Common questions
Can you handle fragile or valuable items?
Yes, this is our specialism. Every piece is assessed individually and packed to its specific requirements using archival-grade materials, custom crating, and trained handlers.
Are conditions suitable for oil paintings and works on paper?
Yes. Transit and our storage facility are climate-controlled and monitored, suitable for oil paintings, works on paper, and other environmentally sensitive pieces.
Do you provide condition reports?
Yes, detailed condition reporting with photographic documentation is standard practice for every fine art and antiques shipment.
Can you ship internationally?
Yes, we handle export paperwork, customs documentation, and delivery by road, air, or sea, so your art and antiques arrive safely wherever they need to go.
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Tell us what you need collected, delivered, or stored, and we will come back with a clear, personalised quotation.