Galerists, auctioneers, artists, decorators, designers, luxury parts manufacturers: you sell art works or precious and fragile objects, and you must safely transport them to your collector customers in Paris or elsewhere?
The delicate and demanding step, the delivery of precious goods is not ordinary and requires know-how, expertise and thoroughness, which inevitably entails costs. It is normal to want to estimate easily and quickly what the price is for a work of art transport.
From the smallest painting to imposing sculptures, Diligo delivers all the information you need to know about its specialized delivery service.
Delivery of collectibles: a demanding and meticulous mission
Delivery of collectibles: a demanding and meticulous mission
Rare and fragile, works of art exceed the status of mere parcels and carry in them a great sentimental and financial value. This is why their transport requires special attention to ensure their safety, especially during delivery, where the risk of damaging them is high.
Each type of work presents its own logistical challenges: to guarantee their delivery in a single piece, it is essential to choose the right shipping mode according to its characteristics.
Adapted transport during delivery
It's no secret to anyone. Transport and handling are the main causes of damage to art works. In an interview conducted by Nelson La Forêt as part of his thesis entitled The Market for the Insurance of Works Art, Anne-Claire Bisch, Art Analyst and Insurance concedes that « using a specialized carrier substantially divides the risk (more than 2/3) ».
By choosing an expert courier in transport of artwork, you significantly reduce the occurrence of damage and loss: the best option to guarantee the safety of your most expensive parts.
Diligo Art: delivery by electric bike-cargo for your precious items
At Diligo, we understand the importance of securing your art works when they are transported. This is why our professional delivery machines are equipped with electric cargo bikes specially designed to ensure their protection and integrity throughout the journey. Their casings are equipped with thick protective foams to which special cases or equipment are added according to the type of objects transported.
The electric cargo bike is a gentle and respectful mode of transport for your art objects as for the environment. Unlike motor vehicles, it generates few shocks, which reduces the collisions during delivery.
The criteria that influence the cost of delivering a work of art
The dimensions and value of the work
Most carriers base their delivery rates according to the size and weight of the artworks. The larger the pieces, the more resources they require for transport and handling. This entails additional costs. At Diligo, however, you have fixed rates for transport by cargo bike and can order your race directly.
The value of the work can also be decisive in the transport price. Know that you can opt for Ad Valorem insurance with Diligo.
Good to know for bike transport: at Diligo, we take care of all your deliveries that enter our transport box of 100 x 60 X 58 cm and that do not exceed a weight of 100 kg. For additional dimensions, we also operate in electric truck and truck.
Good to know for cycling insurance : Every race is insured up to 2500 € of transported market value. Beyond that, you can opt for Ad Valorem insurance.
Packaging and fragility of art objects
The delicate parts need specific packaging to protect them from shocks and vibrations during transport. Our cargo bikes are equipped with sturdy hermetic boxes with walls covered with thick protective foam, a true case for optimal preservation. Although we take care of your works during transport, you can opt for additional packaging during door-to-door transport in Paris and in Ile-de-France.
Diligo is also responsible for shipping your works to France or abroad. Wooden boxes, padding, solid setting to stabilize the work, corner and angle protections: our packing service is then automatically included in the shipping price.
The urgency of the race
The cost of transporting a work of art also depends on customers' requirements. An urgent shipment, requiring express delivery on the same day, in just a few hours, will incur additional costs.
Good news! Using electric cargo bikes allows us to meet very short delivery times. Mobile and compact, our vehicles run easily in urban areas, including in the most difficult places to access. With to the key, satisfaction for the buyer of the fast, clean hand delivery of its valuable items.
The personalized estimate for the transport price of a work of art with precision
The exact price for delivering your artwork or valuable items
Do you have a specific delivery or would you like to ship to France or abroad? Making a quote is the best way to know how much it costs to transport a work of art.
Dimensions of the work, fragility, urgency of delivery, destination: in just a few clicks, you will get a personalized response according to the specific characteristics of the art objects you want to send to your customers.
Costs associated with transparency
A detailed estimate will allow you to obtain a complete estimate on:
- The cost of transport;
- Handling costs;
- The packaging option;
- Any insurance;
- Expected delivery times.
Our advice: ask for several quotes, online or by phone, to compare carrier offers. Beyond the price, also consider the reputation and experience of the provider and the proposed guarantees.
The transport of art objects remains an important investment for dealers and artists who wish to preserve the value of their works. By choosing a specialized courier, you are sure to deliver, quickly and safely, the unique parts that matter to you and your customers.
Please ask online quote for the transport of your artwork, in Paris and Île-de-France! Diligo undertakes to answer within 24 hours on the feasibility and price of your project.
FAQ
01 What are the different types of art objects transportable by Diligo?
There is a wide variety of art works that can be shipped by courier:
- Paintings and paintings on canvas;
- Drawings, engravings and collages;
- Photographs;
- sculptures and statuettes;
- Fine porcelain vases and artistic ceramic creations;
- Collection pieces;
- Antiques and historical objects;
- Reproductions of old or original works by contemporary artists.
- And many more...
02 What is the cost of transporting Diligo art objects?
Would you like to entrust the delivery of your art goods to the professional couriers Diligo? Ask for an online quote from one of our experts now, we are committed to reply within 24 hours.