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Crafting Care: The Passion Behind Fine Art Logistics

When we were younger, many of us never envisioned our futures would be intertwined with the intricate processes of installing artwork in collectors’ homes or prestigious institutions. Nor did we anticipate the challenges and rewards of crafting the perfect packing and crating systems for significant art loans. Yet, here we are, not just existing in […]

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The Power of Process: How Embracing the Journey Shapes Our Lives

“Do not let the future disturb you, for you will arrive there, if you arrive, with the same reason you apply to the present.” – Marcus Aurelius As human beings, we are goal-oriented creatures. We set targets, strive to achieve them, and often forget to appreciate the journey that leads us to our destination. The […]

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Why “Air-ride” Systems on most Industry Vans are Counterproductive?

  The big picture: Within the fine art logistics industry, many suspension gimmicks have been added to cargo vans to allow service providers to say that these vehicles have “Air-Ride Suspension.” Today’s most popular cargo vans used in the art community are the Mercedes Sprinter and the Ford Transit Vans. These vehicles use the manufacturer’s […]

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MAQUETTE WELCOMES 2023

  About Maquette:   The word Maquette is defined as a small preliminary model or sketch. Our philosophy has always been to maintain the idea that we were always at the beginning. The concept of a beginner’s mind is the development of a mindset that is willing to see everything as though it is for […]

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CRATING SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM

If you work in the fine art industry, you know that shipping and transporting artwork can be a delicate process. Traditional wooden crates are often used to protect paintings and sculptures during transit, but they can be expensive and difficult to reuse. Reusable crates have been pitched as an environmentally-friendly alternative, but the need to […]

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WHY PAYING FOR ART STORAGE IS WORTH IT
WHY PAYING FOR ART STORAGE IS WORTH IT

The art storage industry has gone essentially unchanged for many years. However, with the advent of new technologies, methods and changing customer needs, it is ripe for redefinition. At Maquette, we see this as an opportunity to create a new standard for art storage that meets the needs of both clients and their artwork. The […]

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