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Successful Fine Art Shipping in Houston Requires Knowledge & Experience

When shipping fine art work you want to do research to find an experienced artwork shipper. Art collectors with no experience in packing artwork for shipping should consider that packages can be placed on conveyor belts, or tossed around during shipping.

Fine art collections are regularly transported to a variety of places for display outside a museum.  Fine art is also bought and sold between museums, collectors as well as other organizations. Individuals who own fine art, often ship pieces of art to family members or to auctions houses.  Quite often, fine art is shipped as part of an estate after the collector has passed away. Shipping fine art requires special skills and understanding to successfully transport it.

According to an article in the New York Times, “Fine art, like fine wine, is a tricky commodity to ship. While some of it may seem portable enough, there are many factors that make it a challenging travel companion…it is during transit that a work of art is most vulnerable…it's the single biggest problem, and mostly due to inadequate packing.”

Specialists

Packing and shipping fine art is something that can’t be handled like everyday household items.  An art handling company with fine art specialty will know the proper packing and moving techniques for fine art.  They will have the experience and knowledge to successfully move the artwork.  These movers will also be able to use their creative problem solving skills when required.

Customize

When shipping fine art, no one size box or container will accommodate all situations.  Experienced shippers will know what specialized paper to use for shipping prior to boxing or crating a piece of fine art.  Using proper packing materials will decrease any chance of damage.  Experienced companies know how to design crates and make them to meet the needs of everything from large pieces or paintings to sculptures and more.

Local or International

An experienced fine art shipper will be able to safely move items from one end of a city to the other, or to another country all together if necessary.  In addition to knowing the proper wrapping and packing, they will also know how to file the correct paperwork for international shipping. 

If you would like to know more about fine art shipping in Houston, pack n send in Houston can help. Contact us today and learn more.