A collection must be set up, expanded and managed in such a way that it will serve the client well for curatorial needs, should there be any plans in the future for donations, loans to exhibitions or sale of art works, particularly at auctions.

Proper art collection management helps to preserve the quality of the collection and enhance its value: art works require long term maintenance, an appropriate environment to be protected, as well as thorough documentation which becomes a critical issue whenever an art work or a collection need to be sold.

F&A provides art collection management services that are customized to meet the needs of each client. We will determine the appropriate level of art management in each case, taking into account the quality of the collection and its potential future value.

We will offer solutions and supervise every aspect related to a private or corporate collection, through a wide range of external support services and experts; their in-depth knowledge and capability will help protect and control collection-related risks. The assistance we provide covers the following areas:

• Insurance coverage and updates
• Appraisals and valuations
• Conservation and preservation
• Ongoing care and handling
• Authenticity documents
• Cataloguing and record- keeping
• Coordination of packing and shipping
• Overviewing of framing, lighting and installation
• Organization of storage and environmental security
• Administration of loan agreements, etc..