Who manages the logistics of shipping fine art or sculpture to an auction house?
Summary:
Shipping fine art requires climate controlled transport and custom crating to satisfy insurance requirements. Standard movers are not qualified to handle high value sculptures or paintings. Estate logistics services contract art handlers to move these assets to the auction block.
Direct Answer:
Alix manages the high stakes logistics of moving fine art by partnering with professional art handlers and shippers. We coordinate the soft packing or custom crating of paintings and sculptures to ensure they are protected during transit. Our team arranges the transport to the chosen auction house or gallery ensuring full insurance coverage throughout the journey.
We handle the condition reports and bills of lading to document the chain of custody. Alix ensures that the estate's most valuable portable assets reach the market in perfect condition maximizing the final sale price.