Museum‑grade fine art transport — secure, climate‑controlled, and insured.
Custom crating, trained art handlers, and real‑time monitoring — we protect paintings, sculptures, and fragile works from door to door.
Climate‑controlled fleet • Custom crating workshop
• Insurance partners • Experienced gallery & museum handlers
Will my artwork be damaged in transit?
We use conservation‑grade packing, custom crates, and experienced handlers to minimise risk — supported by condition reports and post‑delivery inspection.
How will climate affect delicate pieces?
Climate‑controlled vehicles and humidity monitoring protect sensitive media (paper, canvas, wood, pigment) during every mile of transit.
What about customs, permits, and international rules?
We prepare export/import documentation, manage customs clearance, and apply for temporary import permits when needed — reducing delays and unexpected costs.
Top Concerns
Tell us about your artwork — get a tailored plan
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Why Work With Orient
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Trained art handlers with gallery & museum experience.
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In‑house crating workshop using archival and conservation‑grade materials.
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Climate‑controlled transport with data logging and alerts.
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Transparent insurance options and valuation support.
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Secure storage and professional installation on arrival.
“Orient handled a 2.5m contemporary sculpture for our gallery exhibition — zero damage, precise scheduling and professional install.”
A. Shrestha
Gallery Director
"My painting shows signs of flaking/fragile varnish — can it travel?"
Our conservation partners assess the condition pre‑move and recommend stabilisation steps. We use shock‑absorbing cradles, sealed crates and humidity buffers to prevent further deterioration.
"Will temperature or humidity ruin a paper work?"
We transport temperature‑ and humidity‑sensitive works in climate‑controlled units with continuous monitoring and apply inert packing materials to buffer environmental changes.
Stress-free Shipping for your Priceless Art
"What if customs holds my collection?"
We handle all documentation, temporary import permits and broker customs clearance using pre‑approved paperwork to reduce hold times. We can also arrange bonded storage where required.
"How much will this cost and how is it priced?"
Pricing depends on size, fragility, value, crating complexity and route. We provide transparent, itemised quotes and can offer insurance valuations and coverage options.
How it Works-6 Step Process
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Free consultation & condition survey — We assess fragility, size, and requirements (on‑site or via photos).
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Condition Report & Conservation Advice — Document pre-move condition and recommend stabilization.
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Custom crating & packing — Workshop builds museum‑grade crates and applies archival packing.
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Climate‑controlled transport & monitoring — Real‑time tracking of location plus temperature/humidity logs.
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Customs & documentation (if needed) — Full paperwork handling and liaison with customs brokers.
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Installation & post‑delivery inspection — Professional install and final condition report; we handle remedial steps if required.
Contemporary sculpture transfer — Kathmandu to Delhi
Case Study
Scope: 2.5m steel sculpture; crating, transport, customs & install for exhibition
Timeline: 5 days
Result: Delivered on time, installed with museum rigging; client praised project management and condition handling.
