Our Services

From first call to final install, Atelier 4 has your art covered.

Atelier 4 provides comprehensive, end-to-end fine art logistics solutions tailored to the unique needs of collectors, institutions, and artists. From climate-controlled storage and custom crating to white-glove transportation, shipping, and expert installation, our team ensures your collection is handled with care every step of the way.

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Our state-of-the-art facilities keep your valuable property safe and secure.  All of our facilities offer museum-quality, climate-controlled environments. With 24/7 security, strict environmental controls, and inventory tracking, your collection is safe with us—whether for short-term holds or long-term care.

Storage

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Our state-of-the-art fleet can provide local pick-up and delivery, interstate consolidated shuttle transport to the lower 48, and dedicated trucking for high-value or museum exhibitions. Whatever type of transport suits your needs, you can rest easier knowing every climate-controlled vehicle is outfitted with integrated alarm systems and GPS locators as well as a mandatory minimum of two professional art handlers.

Transportation & Shipping

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Your irreplaceable need protection, and we know how to build it. We know that art crates are more than just boxes. From affordable commercial to durable multi-use to high-end museum specifications, our master craftsmen crate techs use proven design and construction techniques to keep your valuable property safe.

Packing & Crating

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From private homes to galleries, art fairs, and even yachts, our experienced in-house art handlers ensure your artwork is installed safely and precisely. Equipped with professional tools and trained across a range of equipment, they develop clear plans to complete each project efficiently. The same team that handles your transport manages your install, backed by real-time project tracking and a dedicated point of contact.

Installation & Handling

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For more than 35 years, Atelier 4 has been a provider of high-touch, skilled transportation, handling, storage and installation services for owners of valuable objects. Atelier 4’s Concierge Services build on those decades of experience and expertise by providing end-to-end project management for household moves, life transitions, and planning for tangible assets.

Concierge

Specialized Services

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IoMC

Custom crates are the gold-standard for safely shipping valuable works of art…but they’re not an economical solution. IoMC is A4’s solution to making high-integrity crates available to small and mid-sized museums and other nonprofits.

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Art Aboard!

Based out of our Miami location, A4 specializes in fine art installations aboard luxury watercraft, ensuring your onboard experience is as breathtaking as your oceanic journey.

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S.A.F.E.

A subscription-based service for the proactive protection of high value property during extreme weather events in the Southeast.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • A fine art logistics company specializes in the safe packing, transportation, storage, and installation of valuable artworks and collectibles. Atelier 4 provides these services for museums, galleries, artists, and private collectors.

  • Atelier 4 operates facilities in New York, Los Angeles, Miami, and Charlotte, with coast-to-coast coverage and international service through global partners.

  • Temperature and humidity control are critical because fluctuations can cause permanent damage to artwork. Excess moisture can lead to mold, warping, or paint flaking, while dry conditions can cause cracking or brittleness. Maintaining a stable environment protects the integrity and longevity of sensitive materials like canvas, wood, paper, and textiles.

  • Yes. We can arrange full-risk, wall-to-wall insurance coverage during transit. This protects against loss or damage, and coverage can be extended to include handling, storage, and installation if needed. We’ll work with you to determine the right level of protection for each shipment.