Convelio Guide: Sourcing Art & Design in Europe and Shipping to the US
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Everything you need to plan your purchase, navigate customs, and ship your pieces to the US.
Convelio Guide: Sourcing Art & Design in Europe and Shipping to the US
Buying art or design in Europe and bringing it back to the US? Before you commit to a piece, it's worth knowing what could affect its shipment, from protected materials and CITES requirements to US customs, tariffs, documentation, and shipping options.
The guide covers:
- Protected materials: What to look out for in wood, ivory, shell, leather, and other animal-derived materials
- Age and provenance: When antique exemptions may apply and what proof you need
- US customs: CITES, FWS, Lacey Act, and other import requirements
- Duties and tariffs: What can affect the landed cost of a piece
- Shipping and timing: How customs requirements can affect your shipping options and deadlines
- Buying trips: What to capture for each purchase and how Convelio can coordinate collections as you shop
Planning to buy in Europe?
The earlier we know about a piece, the easier it is to flag potential issues before you commit. The guide includes a sample commercial invoice and an overview of Convelio's shared purchase list for buying trips.
Download the guide to source with more confidence and plan your shipment to the US.
About Convelio
Convelio is a fine art shipping company with a digital approach. With offices in Paris, London and New York, Convelio’s mission is simple: to make the transport of your fine art and sculptures more efficient, secure and transparent. Through the online platform you can instantly book shipping for artworks, including costs related to packing, customs, insurance, front-door and white-glove delivery.
Designed to support an end-to-end service, Convelio delivers on excellence, meeting industry standards for complex shipping demands unique to the art world. With dedicated warehouses in London and Paris, the company is strategically positioned to handle logistics swiftly and securely across the UK, Europe and beyond.
Discover more about Convelio's logistics services and platform.
About Registrar Connect
Convelio launched Registrar Connect in early 2024 to support Registrars through a dedicated network. Registrar Connect provides a tailored experience, allowing members to connect both locally -through EU, UK and US groups- and globally, recognising the diverse environments in which they operate and the unique challenges they face.
Whether navigating job searches, team expansions, or complex customs cases, the community offers a much-needed support system to bridge training gaps.
Membership is free, and exclusive to individuals working as Registrars or those with direct responsibilities in logistics management.
To join, simply follow this link. Join us in building a supportive network to rely on.
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